With Collin Sexton sidelined for the season, Darius Garland has stepped up his game. In his last 2 games alone, he’s averaging 31.5 points, 7.5 assists and he’s shooting 61% percent. So he’ll look to continue his red-hot form against the injury riddled Bucks. While the Cavaliers 4 game winning streak came to end against the Jazz, they wouldn’t be too disappointed with a 1 point loss against one of the best teams in the West and that should give them confidence in this one.<\/span><\/p>\n The injury bug has hit the Bucks again as Giannis Antetokounmpo has missed the last few games with a calf issue. His status for this game is something to monitor before tip-off. However, Bobby Portis and Pat Connaughton stood up against the Heat in their 22 point win on Sunday. Connaughton finished with 23 points and Bortis recorded his 8th double-double of the season. So if Giannis can’t suit up, the duo will be important against the Cavs as well.<\/span><\/p>\n This matchup depends on the injury status of Giannis. At this stage, we don’t see him playing or he’ll be on a minutes restriction. So that should give the improved Cavaliers a good shot of keeping this one close.<\/span><\/p>\n Stadium Record<\/b><\/p>\n The Bucks are 5-0 in their last 5 home games. Cleveland has lost their last 5 in Milwaukee.<\/span><\/p>\n Head to Head Record<\/b><\/p>\n Milwaukee has dominated the Cavs with 9 wins in the last 10 meetings.<\/span><\/p>\n Best Bet<\/b><\/p>\n Cleveland Cavaliers +8.5 = $1.82<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n The Hawks will be coming off a disappointing run of 3 losses in their last 4 and that includes a 3 point loss to the undermanned Hornets on Monday. The main area of concern is their defence after allowing 17 three-pointers against Charlotte and they’ll need to improve against the T-Wolves. However, Trae Young seems to be fine after a recent knee issue as he’s coming off 25 pts \/ 15 assists. John Collins is also in great form having scored 31 pts on Monday and has scored 10+ in his last 12 outings.<\/span><\/p>\n Minnesota are back at home on Tuesday and they’ll be hoping to rebound from a tough 2 game road trip. They lost both games and that included a 5 point loss against the Nets. However, they were missing Karl-Anthony Towns to injury. The positive for the Timberwolves has been their home form as they’ve won their last 5 in Minnesota and should be confident against an inconsistent Hawks unit.<\/span><\/p>\n The Hawks have a few injury issues and their form is wildly inconsistent, especially after losing to the Covid-hit Hornets. Whereas, the Timberwolves have been strong at home and should be able to take advantage of the Hawks lacking defence.<\/span><\/p>\n Stadium Record<\/b><\/p>\n The Timberwolves are 5-1 ATS in their last 6 home games. Atlanta holds a 10-4-1 ATS record at this venue.<\/span><\/p>\n Head to Head Record<\/b><\/p>\nAtlanta Hawks (12-12) at Minnesota Timberwolves (11-12)<\/b><\/h3>\n