New Orleans Pelicans vs Milwaukee Bucks Betting Pick & Prediction for 2/4

The New Orleans Pelicans visit the Milwaukee Bucks at Fiserv Forum for an NBA game in the middle of the regular season. The Pelicans have a record of 13-39, while the Bucks stand at 19-29. The game is set for Wednesday, February 4, 2026, at 8:00 PM and will be broadcast on FDSW.

New Orleans is led by interim head coach James Borrego and ranks 14th in the Western Conference. The team has struggled on the road with a 5-20 away record. Milwaukee, guided by head coach Doc Rivers, is 12th in the Eastern Conference and has a 10-12 home record. Both teams aim to improve their standings with a win in this game.

Pelicans vs Bucks Game Day Info

  • Sport: NBA
  • Teams: New Orleans Pelicans vs. Milwaukee Bucks
  • Venue: Fiserv Forum
  • Date: Wednesday, February 4, 2026
  • Betting Odds: Pelicans -4.5 (-112), Bucks +4.5 (-109), Pelicans MoneyLine -180, Bucks MoneyLine +151, Over/Under 222.5 (-111)

New Orleans Pelicans Team Preview

The New Orleans Pelicans have faced challenges in their recent games. They lost to the Charlotte Hornets by 7 points with a score of 102-95. Trey Murphy III led the team with 27 points, while Zion Williamson contributed 14 points and 11 rebounds.

In their matchup against the Philadelphia 76ers, the Pelicans fell short by 10 points, ending with a score of 124-114. Saddiq Bey was impressive, scoring 34 points. Trey Murphy III added 19 points and 9 rebounds to the effort.

Despite recent losses, the Pelicans managed a win against the Memphis Grizzlies, finishing with a score of 114-106. Derik Queen and Saddiq Bey each scored 22 points in this game. Zion Williamson also made a significant impact with 21 points and 7 rebounds.

Milwaukee Bucks Team Preview

The Milwaukee Bucks recently had a strong win against the Chicago Bulls, finishing 131-115. Kyle Kuzma was the standout player with 31 points, 10 rebounds, and 6 assists. Ryan Rollins also contributed with 21 points and 10 assists.

Despite their recent win, the Bucks have been struggling in some areas this season. They rank 27th in points per game with 111.5 and 29th in rebounds per game with 40.8. However, they excel in shooting efficiency, ranking 3rd in effective field goal percentage at 56.4%.

The Bucks face injury challenges, with key players like Giannis Antetokounmpo and Kevin Porter Jr. out due to injuries. Bobby Portis and Gary Harris are questionable for the next game. These injuries could impact their performance as they continue the season.

BTB Betting Pick

The Pelicans are favored by 4.5 points against the Bucks. The Pelicans score 114 points per game, while the Bucks allow 115.6 points per game. With the Pelicans having a higher points per game, picking the Pelicans to cover the spread at -4.5 is a reasonable choice.

The total points line is set at 222.5. The Pelicans allow 120.6 points per game, and the Bucks score 111.5 points per game. Given these stats, the projected total could exceed 222.5, making the over a sound pick.