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The Phoenix Suns and Milwaukee Bucks meet in Game 3 of the NBA Finals Sunday with the home team looking to avoid falling into a 3-0 hole. The Bucks need Jrue Holiday and Khris Middleton to bounce back after a tough shooting performance in Game 2, while the Suns will look to keep their strong midrange game going.
Suns vs. Bucks, Game 3 betting splits
Below is a look at the betting splits among bettors at DraftKings Sportsbook.
Spread
The Bucks are favored in Game 3 at -4.5 but the public is taking the Suns against the spread. While most of the money is coming in on Milwaukee at 56 percent, only 40 percent of wagers are taking the Bucks while 60 percent of bets are on Phoenix.
Over/Under
Even though Games 1 and 2 went over the 222 line for Game 3, bettors are putting more money on the under. The number of bets for the over and under are similar, but 55 percent of the money is on the total score going below 222.
Moneyline
Most of the public is taking the Suns to win the game at +155, with 59 percent of the money and 60 percent of wagers coming in on Phoenix. It makes sense for bettors to grab the Suns at plus-value given how the first two games have gone, even as the series shifts to Milwaukee.
NBA Finals: Suns vs. Bucks, Game 3 splits
| Teams | Point Spread | % Handle | % Bets | Total Points | % Handle | % Bets | Moneyline | % Handle | % Bets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Teams | Point Spread | % Handle | % Bets | Total Points | % Handle | % Bets | Moneyline | % Handle | % Bets |
| PHO Suns | +4.5 | 44% | 60% | Over 222.0 | 45% | 51% | +155 | 59% | 60% |
| MIL Bucks | -4.5 | 56% | 40% | Under 222.0 | 55% | 49% | -195 | 41% | 40% |
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