NBA Picks | The Knicks look to take down the defending champion Bucks

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New York has impressed us so far, but a real test awaits on Friday as they meet up with Milwaukee.

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The Knicks would like to get back in the win column after dropping their last two games against the Raptors and Pacers.

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In a matchup with the defending champions, expect the Knicks to rely on the three-ball. New York currently leads the league in 3-pointers per game to start the season.

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R.J. Barrett will be in the spotlight as he continues to show improvements in his game - he’s reached 20+ points in each of his last four games.

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The Bucks have struggled with health so far this season. In this game, we’ll see more of it since Khris Middleton is out as he’s entered health and safety protocols.

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This doesn’t include Brook Lopez who dealt with back soreness, Jrue Holidaywith a left ankle sprain and Donte Divincenzo still recovering from his ankle injury.

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This game will be determined by whether or not Giannis Antetokounmpo takes over. He’s led the Bucks in points, rebounds, assists, blocks and field goal percentage per game to start this campaign as a result of multiple starters being out of the lineup. 

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Without Middleton and Holiday, take New York on the spread at +8.5.

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New York on the spread +8.5