NBA Preseason/Saturday's Picks

The Atlanta Hawks and Milwaukee Bucks conclude their two-game set this afternoon in Abu Dhabi. Tip off is 12:00 pm ET at Etihad Arena.

Vegas has Milwaukee listed as a 2.5-point favorite with an over/under set at 224.5.

The Hawks (1-0) took the opener, 123-113. Dejounte Murray led the way with 25 points, while Trae Young added 22. As a team, Atlanta outshot Milwaukee, 54.7% to 42.3%.

The Bucks (0-2) are still looking for their first preseason win. Milwaukee’s other loss came in the opener against Memphis, 107-102.

Dunkel has the Bucks picking up their first win today and covering the Vegas line, while the offenses push the final score OVER the Vegas total.

Dunkel’s Pick: Milwaukee (-2 ½); OVER.

Below are all of Dunkel’s picks for today’s NBA preseason schedule:

OCTOBER 8

Atlanta vs Milwaukee
Time: 12:00 pm ET
Dunkel Ratings: Atlanta 113.548; Milwaukee 124.566
Dunkel Line & Total: Milwaukee by 11; 229
Vegas Line & Total: Milwaukee by 2 ½; 224 ½
Dunkel Pick: Milwaukee (-2 ½); Over

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