Bucks vs. Knicks prediction: New York to win, Giannis Antetokounmpo projected for big game in Black Friday NBA matchup [11/28/2025]

The New York Knicks will take on the Milwaukee Bucks in NBA Cup Black Friday action at Madison Square Garden on Friday, starting at 7:30PM ET.

Based on the latest simulations and today’s injury news, Dimers' proven NBA model projects the Knicks as the most likely winner of the Bucks vs. Knicks game.

This prediction follows the latest NBA Injury Report, which suggests the Knicks lineup will feature players like Jalen Brunson, Karl-Anthony Towns and Mikal Bridges, while the Bucks will rely on Giannis Antetokounmpo, Ryan Rollins and Kyle Kuzma.

This article offers a closer look at Friday's matchup, including an expanded look at the predicted score, best bets and player prop picks.

Bucks vs. Knicks prediction: Who will win NBA Cup game?

As part of Dimers' NBA predictions coverage—and following a review of recent results—our pregame model has generated moneyline, spread, and over/under probabilities for Friday's clash between the Bucks and Knicks.

Our independent predictive model gives the Knicks a 75% chance of beating the Bucks. Our predicted final score has the Knicks winning 119-112.

According to our model, the Knicks (-7.5) have a 51% chance of covering the spread, while the 232.5-point over/under has a 51% chance of staying under.

Bucks vs. Knicks odds

We have researched the best NBA odds in America for this game, which are listed here:

All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.

Bucks vs. Knicks picks and best bet

After matching our predictions against the best available odds, we can reveal our picks for each of the major markets. Plus, find our best bet for the game below:

According to our best NBA bets for Friday, the top play to make on this game is Knicks to win.

Bucks vs. Knicks player props

Looking for Bucks vs. Knicks NBA player props? We have crunched the numbers to project how each team's leading players will perform at Madison Square Garden.

Giannis Antetokounmpo is expected to lead the Bucks with 33 points, 10 rebounds and 7 assists, while Jalen Brunson is projected to have 28 points, 3 rebounds and 7 assists for the Knicks.

Check out our NBA player projections for a full range of projected box scores, including points, assists, rebounds and more, for every game this season.

Bucks prediction

Our model's projected player stats for the Bucks are:

Knicks prediction

Projected points, rebounds, assists and three-pointers made for the Knicks:

Bucks vs. Knicks game-day updates and essential details

Friday's action between the Knicks and Bucks at Madison Square Garden is scheduled to commence at 7:30PM ET.

• Who: Milwaukee Bucks vs. New York Knicks
• Date: Friday, November 28, 2025 (Black Friday)
• Time: 7:30PM ET/4:30PM PT
• Venue: Madison Square Garden
• Tournament details: 2025 Emirates NBA Cup

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Conclusion

We predict the Knicks, with a 75% win probability, will likely beat the Bucks on Black Friday, with Giannis Antetokounmpo projected for a game-high 61 fantasy points.

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