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Knicks Dominate Bucks in Convincing Road Victory

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Friday, February 27, 2026, 8:00 PM ET · Fiserv Forum

New York Knicks 127, Milwaukee Bucks 98, final. Our NBA picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.

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Quick answers

Who won New York Knicks vs Milwaukee Bucks?

New York Knicks beat Milwaukee Bucks 127-98 at Fiserv Forum on February 27, 2026.

Who was favored in New York Knicks vs Milwaukee Bucks?

New York Knicks were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -298 (about 75% implied). The favorite won.

The New York Knicks secured a decisive victory over the Milwaukee Bucks, winning 127-98 at the Fiserv Forum. This result extends the Knicks' series lead over the Bucks to 2-1 this season. The Knicks, now boasting a record of 39-22, showcased their strength against a struggling Bucks team, which fell to 26-33 with this loss.

In terms of recent form, the Bucks had been performing well at home, with an 8-2 record over their last ten games, including a two-game winning streak. They averaged 118.1 points scored while allowing 114.3 points during that stretch. Their last two home games saw them narrowly defeat the Cleveland Cavaliers 118-116 and the Miami Heat 128-117. However, the Bucks' overall performance has been inconsistent, as they have struggled against teams like the Toronto Raptors, whom they lost to 94-122.

Conversely, the Knicks have had a solid run recently, with a 6-4 record in their last ten games, although they are currently on a one-game losing streak after falling to the Cleveland Cavaliers 94-109. In their last five games, they averaged 111.2 points scored and allowed 105.8 points. Notably, they had a strong performance against the Philadelphia 76ers, winning 138-89 on February 12.

When looking at home versus away performance, the Bucks have a home record of 5-1 in their last six games, while the Knicks have been slightly less effective on the road with a 4-2 record in their last six away games. This contrast in home and away performance added an intriguing dynamic to the matchup.

In terms of head-to-head meetings, the Bucks have struggled against the Knicks recently, holding a record of 1-4 in their last five encounters. The most recent matchup before this game saw the Bucks win 121-111 at home on October 29, 2025, but they lost the previous game against the Knicks 109-118 on November 29, 2025.

Injuries have also played a role in this matchup. The Bucks had Kevin Porter Jr. listed as day-to-day with a knee issue, while the Knicks were dealing with injuries to Mohamed Diawara (finger) and Jalen Brunson (wrist), both also day-to-day. The impact of these players on their respective teams could not be overlooked, particularly for the Knicks, who rely heavily on Brunson's playmaking.

The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had the Knicks favored by 8.5 points with a total set at 219.5. The moneyline odds were listed at +240 for the Bucks and -298 for the Knicks, indicating a strong belief in the Knicks' ability to secure the win.

Conditions for the game were typical for a February night in Milwaukee, with the venue being the Fiserv Forum. Fans were treated to a competitive atmosphere, but the Knicks quickly established dominance, leading to a one-sided affair.

As the game progressed, viewers were treated to standout performances, particularly from Karl-Anthony Towns, who made significant contributions in the fourth quarter. His scoring plays, including a 27-foot running jump shot and two-point shots, helped solidify the Knicks' lead and showcased their offensive prowess.

Overall, this game highlighted the Knicks' ability to perform well on the road against a Bucks team that continues to struggle to find consistency. The victory not only boosts the Knicks' confidence but also raises questions about the Bucks' ability to compete in the playoff race as the season progresses.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	NY -8.5	219.5 o -105 / u -115	New York Knicks -298 · Milwaukee Bucks +240

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Injury report

Kevin Porter Jr.Day-To-DayKneeMilwaukee Bucks
Mohamed DiawaraDay-To-DayFingerNew York Knicks
Jalen BrunsonDay-To-DayWristNew York Knicks

Leaders

PointsMyles Turner19Milwaukee Bucks
AssistsKevin Porter Jr.10Milwaukee Bucks
ReboundsKevin Porter Jr.6Milwaukee Bucks
PointsJalen Brunson27New York Knicks
AssistsMikal Bridges6New York Knicks
ReboundsKarl-Anthony Towns13New York Knicks

Recent form

Milwaukee Bucks

Last 10: 8-2Streak W2118.1 scored · 114.3 allowed per game5-1 at home

W118-116vs Cleveland CavaliersFeb 26
W128-117vs Miami HeatFeb 25
L94-122vs Toronto RaptorsFeb 22
W139-118at New Orleans PelicansFeb 21
W110-93at Oklahoma City ThunderFeb 13
W116-108at Orlando MagicFeb 12
L99-118at Orlando MagicFeb 10
W105-99vs Indiana PacersFeb 7
W141-137vs New Orleans PelicansFeb 5
W131-115vs Chicago BullsFeb 4

New York Knicks

Last 10: 6-4Streak L1114.7 scored · 110.1 allowed per game4-2 away

L94-109at Cleveland CavaliersFeb 25
W105-99at Chicago BullsFeb 23
W108-106vs Houston RocketsFeb 22
L111-126vs Detroit PistonsFeb 20
W138-89at Philadelphia 76ersFeb 12
L134-137vs Indiana PacersFeb 11
W111-89at Boston CelticsFeb 8
L80-118at Detroit PistonsFeb 7
W134-127vs Denver NuggetsFeb 5
W132-101at Washington WizardsFeb 4

Standings

Team	Games behind	Lost	Streak	Win %	Won
Boston	-	26	W2	.683	56
New York	3	29	L1	.646	53
Toronto	10	36	W1	.561	46
Philadelphia	11	37	W2	.549	45
Brooklyn	36	62	L3	.244	20
Detroit	-	22	W3	.732	60
Cleveland	8	30	W1	.634	52
Milwaukee	28	50	L1	.390	32
Chicago	29	51	L2	.378	31
Indiana	41	63	L2	.232	19

Box score

Stat	New York Knicks	Milwaukee Bucks
Field goals	46-88	33-77
Field goal %	52	43
Three-pointers	21-42	16-42
Three-point %	50	38
Free throws	14-16	16-22
Free throw %	88	73
Rebounds	44	34
Offensive rebounds	7	4
Defensive rebounds	37	30
Assists	33	24
Steals	7	5
Blocks	6	3
Turnovers	10	16
Team turnovers	1	0
Technical fouls	1	0
Technical fouls, total	1	0
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	12	19
Fast-break points	23	5
Points in the paint	32	18
Fouls	20	16
Largest lead	32	5
Lead changes	3	3
Time in front	89	6

How the scoring went

3rd Quarter83-63Kyle Kuzma makes 23-foot three point jumper (Kevin Porter Jr. assists)
3rd Quarter86-63OG Anunoby makes 23-foot three point jumper (Josh Hart assists)
3rd Quarter86-64Kyle Kuzma makes free throw 2 of 2
3rd Quarter88-64OG Anunoby makes dunk (Josh Hart assists)
3rd Quarter88-67Kyle Kuzma makes 23-foot three point jumper (Kevin Porter Jr. assists)
3rd Quarter88-68AJ Green makes technical free throw
3rd Quarter88-70Kyle Kuzma makes 2-foot two point shot
3rd Quarter88-73AJ Green makes 26-foot three point jumper (Ryan Rollins assists)
3rd Quarter90-73Mikal Bridges makes 9-foot driving floating jump shot
3rd Quarter90-74Myles Turner makes free throw 2 of 2
3rd Quarter92-74OG Anunoby makes 17-foot step back jumpshot
3rd Quarter94-74Jalen Brunson makes 17-foot step back jumpshot
3rd Quarter95-74OG Anunoby makes free throw 1 of 2
3rd Quarter96-74OG Anunoby makes free throw 2 of 2
3rd Quarter96-77Kevin Porter Jr. makes 28-foot three point step back jumpshot
3rd Quarter96-80Kyle Kuzma makes 32-foot three point jumper (Kevin Porter Jr. assists)
3rd Quarter98-80Mikal Bridges makes 19-foot jumper (Mohamed Diawara assists)
3rd Quarter98-83Bobby Portis makes 23-foot three point jumper (Ousmane Dieng assists)
3rd Quarter101-83Landry Shamet makes 24-foot three point jumper (Mikal Bridges assists)
3rd Quarter102-83Mohamed Diawara makes free throw 1 of 2
3rd Quarter103-83Mohamed Diawara makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter103-85Bobby Portis makes 12-foot floating jump shot (Ryan Rollins assists)
4th Quarter106-85Mohamed Diawara makes 26-foot three point jumper (Jose Alvarado assists)
4th Quarter107-85Mohamed Diawara makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter108-85Mohamed Diawara makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter108-87Bobby Portis makes 16-foot jumper
4th Quarter111-87OG Anunoby makes 25-foot three point jumper (Jose Alvarado assists)
4th Quarter111-89Cam Thomas makes running layup (Ousmane Dieng assists)
4th Quarter111-90Cam Thomas makes free throw 1 of 1
4th Quarter113-90Mikal Bridges makes 19-foot pullup jump shot (Jose Alvarado assists)
4th Quarter115-90Jose Alvarado makes running layup (Mikal Bridges assists)
4th Quarter117-90Mikal Bridges makes 18-foot fade away jump shot
4th Quarter119-90Karl-Anthony Towns makes two point shot
4th Quarter122-90Karl-Anthony Towns makes 27-foot running jump shot (Josh Hart assists)
4th Quarter122-92Gary Harris makes 2-foot running dunk
4th Quarter122-93Thanasis Antetokounmpo makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter122-95Gary Trent Jr. makes 17-foot driving floating jump shot (Pete Nance assists)
4th Quarter124-95Jeremy Sochan makes 1-foot dunk (Trey Jemison III assists)
4th Quarter125-95Tyler Kolek makes 27-foot three point jumper (Ariel Hukporti assists)
4th Quarter127-98Gary Trent Jr. makes 26-foot three pointer (Gary Harris assists)