Philadelphia 76ers vs. Milwaukee Bucks Prediction and Betting Tips - Dec. 5 | 2025-26 NBA Season

The Philadelphia 76ers will lock horns with the Milwaukee Bucks at the Fiserv Forum in Wisconsin on Friday. It will mark their second meeting of the season, with the 76ers securing a 123-114 overtime win in the previous matchup.

Both teams enter this contest riding the momentum of fresh wins. The 76ers edged out the Warriors in a tight 99–98 finish, while the Bucks held off the Pistons 113–109. Those victories gave both sides a boost in the standings with Philadelphia (12–9) jumping to seventh, and Milwaukee (10–13) climbing into the 10th spot.

This matchup also pits two respected teams against each other, going head-to-head, with the 76ers bringing their 5–3 road mark to Milwaukee to take on the Bucks, who are 7–6 at home.

Philadelphia 76ers vs. Milwaukee Bucks Preview, Odds, Betting Tips and Prediction

Moneyline: 76ers -125, Bucks +105

Spread: 76ers -1.5 (-110), Bucks +1.5 (-110)

Total over/under (o/u): 76ers o223.5 (-108), Bucks u223.5 (-112)

*Editor's note: Odds are subject to change closer to tip-off*

Philadelphia 76ers vs. Milwaukee Bucks preview

The Philadelphia 76ers opened the season strong, taking four of their first five games. But their momentum slipped in November, as they went 6–9. Still, they’ve bounced back to start this month on a positive note, picking up back-to-back wins in their first two outings.

Sitting in the middle of the pack, the 76ers' place in the standings is reflected by their mediocre performances on the court. They hold the league’s 16th-ranked offense at 116.7 points per game, while their defense sits a bit lower, giving up 117.0 points per game.

Tyrese Maxey has been the team’s steady anchor, starting all but one game this season and putting up an impressive 32.5 points and 7.5 assists per night. Behind him, Quentin Grimes has been the next most consistent contributor, posting 17.0 points per game.

On the other hand, the Milwaukee Bucks have followed a similar path to the 76ers. They also opened the season 4–1 but stumbled through November, winning just five of their 16 games. This month has shown a slight uptick, as they’ve started 1–1 in their first two outings.

In terms of performance, the Bucks have been below average on both ends of the floor. They sit 20th in both offensive and defensive rankings, scoring 115.8 points per game while allowing 117.8.

Unsurprisingly, Giannis Antetokounmpo has been their best performer, with the Greek Freak averaging 28.9 points, 10.1 rebounds and 6.1 assists per game. Ryan Rollins has been their next most impactful contributor, putting up 17.9 points per night.

Both teams head into this matchup dealing with injuries to key players. The 76ers will be without Paul George, Kelly Oubre Jr., and Trendon Watford, while the Bucks will once again miss Giannis Antetokounmpo and Taurean Prince.

Philadelphia 76ers vs. Milwaukee Bucks predicted starting fives

Philadelphia 76ers predicted starting five

PG- Tyrese Maxey, SG- VJ Edgecombe, SF- Quentin Grimes, PF- Dominick Barlow, C- Joel Embiid

Milwaukee Bucks predicted starting five

PG- Kevin Porter Jr., SG- Ryan Rollins, SF- AJ Green, Bobby Portis, C- Myles Turner

Philadelphia 76ers vs. Milwaukee Bucks betting tips

Tyrese Maxey is expected to record over 30.5 points following his 35-point outing. He is averaging 32.5 points per game.

Bobby Portis is projected to record over 13.5 points after scoring 26 points against Detroit. He is averaging 11.9 points this season.

Myles Turner is expected to collect over 5.5 rebounds. He is averaging 6.4 rebounds per game.

Philadelphia 76ers vs. Milwaukee Bucks prediction

The Philadelphia 76ers are slight -1.5 favorites on the spread. Even with Milwaukee holding home-court advantage, the Bucks have struggled without Giannis, giving the 76ers a good chance to cover in his absence.

Prediction: Philadelphia to win by 5 points or less.