Milwaukee 3rd EASTERN CONFERENCE49-33
Indiana 6th EASTERN CONFERENCE47-35
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Milwaukee @ Indiana props

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Props
Player
Prop
Projection
Best Odds
Projection Rating

Cameron Payne Points Scored Props • Milwaukee

C. Payne
point guard PG • Milwaukee
Prop
10.5
Points Scored
Projection
14.2
Best Odds
Over
+100
Prop
10.5 Points Scored
Projection
14.2
Best Odds
Over
+100
Projection Rating

The Bucks rank as the 6th-highest scoring offense in the NBA while on the road since the start of last season. The 6th-quickest pace home offense in the NBA this year has been the Bucks. The {OPP_TEAM} are expected to see a rise in possessions in this contest from competing against the 2nd-most up-tempo pace-of-play home team in the league this year (the Pacers). Since the start of last season when they are on their home court, the opposing team's starting PGs have attempted 4.5 free throws per game (26th-most in the NBA) against the Pacers, making it fairly effortless to get to the foul line.

Cameron Payne

Prop: 10.5 Points Scored
Projection: 14.2
Prop:
10.5 Points Scored
Projection:
14.2

The Bucks rank as the 6th-highest scoring offense in the NBA while on the road since the start of last season. The 6th-quickest pace home offense in the NBA this year has been the Bucks. The {OPP_TEAM} are expected to see a rise in possessions in this contest from competing against the 2nd-most up-tempo pace-of-play home team in the league this year (the Pacers). Since the start of last season when they are on their home court, the opposing team's starting PGs have attempted 4.5 free throws per game (26th-most in the NBA) against the Pacers, making it fairly effortless to get to the foul line.

Bobby Portis Points Scored Props • Milwaukee

B. Portis
power forward PF • Milwaukee
Prop
11.5
Points Scored
Projection
16
Best Odds
Over
-110

Out of all players in the NBA, Bobby Portis lands in the 79th percentile for shots converted when playing away from home, putting up a colossal 5.5 per game since the start of last season. The Bucks rank as the 6th-highest scoring offense in the NBA while on the road since the start of last season. This matchup is a hard one for shots from behind the three-point arc; when the Pacers are playing at home, the other team has averaged the fewest 3-point attempts per game in the NBA against them this year (26.0). The 6th-quickest pace home offense in the NBA this year has been the Bucks. The {OPP_TEAM} are expected to see a rise in possessions in this contest from competing against the 2nd-most up-tempo pace-of-play home team in the league this year (the Pacers).

Bobby Portis

Prop: 11.5 Points Scored
Projection: 16
Prop:
11.5 Points Scored
Projection:
16

Out of all players in the NBA, Bobby Portis lands in the 79th percentile for shots converted when playing away from home, putting up a colossal 5.5 per game since the start of last season. The Bucks rank as the 6th-highest scoring offense in the NBA while on the road since the start of last season. This matchup is a hard one for shots from behind the three-point arc; when the Pacers are playing at home, the other team has averaged the fewest 3-point attempts per game in the NBA against them this year (26.0). The 6th-quickest pace home offense in the NBA this year has been the Bucks. The {OPP_TEAM} are expected to see a rise in possessions in this contest from competing against the 2nd-most up-tempo pace-of-play home team in the league this year (the Pacers).

Giannis Antetokounmpo Points Scored Props • Milwaukee

G. Antetokounmpo
small forward SF • Milwaukee
Prop
30.5
Points Scored
Projection
27.2
Best Odds
Under
+110

The Bucks rank as the 2nd-worst offensive rebounding offense in the league over the last 5 games (offensive rebounds maintain possession, and a lack of them may therefore eliminate further opportunities for scoring and assists). The Indiana Pacers have given up the 4th-most offensive rebounds per game (11.9) in the NBA to opposing teams this year (offensive rebounds maintain possession and may therefore provide additional chances for scoring and assists). The matchup against Indiana is a tough one for getting to the foul line; opposing starting PFs have attempted a measly 2.2 free throws per game this year when the Pacers are playing at home (9th-least in the league). Giannis Antetokounmpo will not enjoy the home court advantage in this matchup. Playing without the home court advantage generally lowers player production in all stat categories.

Giannis Antetokounmpo

Prop: 30.5 Points Scored
Projection: 27.2
Prop:
30.5 Points Scored
Projection:
27.2

The Bucks rank as the 2nd-worst offensive rebounding offense in the league over the last 5 games (offensive rebounds maintain possession, and a lack of them may therefore eliminate further opportunities for scoring and assists). The Indiana Pacers have given up the 4th-most offensive rebounds per game (11.9) in the NBA to opposing teams this year (offensive rebounds maintain possession and may therefore provide additional chances for scoring and assists). The matchup against Indiana is a tough one for getting to the foul line; opposing starting PFs have attempted a measly 2.2 free throws per game this year when the Pacers are playing at home (9th-least in the league). Giannis Antetokounmpo will not enjoy the home court advantage in this matchup. Playing without the home court advantage generally lowers player production in all stat categories.

Khris Middleton Points Scored Props • Milwaukee

K. Middleton
small forward SF • Milwaukee
Prop
14.5
Points Scored
Projection
12.4
Best Odds
Under
-125
Prop
14.5 Points Scored
Projection
12.4
Best Odds
Under
-125
Projection Rating

Khris Middleton has tallied 0.1 technical fouls per game since the start of last season, making him one of the most highest-fouling players in the league when it comes to technicals (86th percentile). The matchup vs. the Indiana Pacers is a difficult one for shots from behind the three-point arc; the other team's starting SFs have averaged the 15th-least 3-point attempts per game in the league this year (2.1). The Bucks rank as the 2nd-worst offensive rebounding offense in the league over the last 5 games (offensive rebounds maintain possession, and a lack of them may therefore eliminate further opportunities for scoring and assists). The Indiana Pacers have given up the 4th-most offensive rebounds per game (11.9) in the NBA to opposing teams this year (offensive rebounds maintain possession and may therefore provide additional chances for scoring and assists). Khris Middleton is expected to suffer a drop-off in output in all facets of the game due to being on the road in this matchup.

Khris Middleton

Prop: 14.5 Points Scored
Projection: 12.4
Prop:
14.5 Points Scored
Projection:
12.4

Khris Middleton has tallied 0.1 technical fouls per game since the start of last season, making him one of the most highest-fouling players in the league when it comes to technicals (86th percentile). The matchup vs. the Indiana Pacers is a difficult one for shots from behind the three-point arc; the other team's starting SFs have averaged the 15th-least 3-point attempts per game in the league this year (2.1). The Bucks rank as the 2nd-worst offensive rebounding offense in the league over the last 5 games (offensive rebounds maintain possession, and a lack of them may therefore eliminate further opportunities for scoring and assists). The Indiana Pacers have given up the 4th-most offensive rebounds per game (11.9) in the NBA to opposing teams this year (offensive rebounds maintain possession and may therefore provide additional chances for scoring and assists). Khris Middleton is expected to suffer a drop-off in output in all facets of the game due to being on the road in this matchup.

Brook Lopez Points Scored Props • Milwaukee

B. Lopez
center C • Milwaukee
Prop
13.5
Points Scored
Projection
15.2
Best Odds
Over
+100

Brook Lopez has sunk 6.0 field goals per game since the start of last season, ranking in the 82nd percentile out of all players in the NBA. Brook Lopez has attempted 4.6 shots from downtown per game since the start of last season, putting him in the 77th percentile out of all players in the NBA. Brook Lopez has played 29.9 minutes per game since the start of last season, putting him among the most-used players in the NBA: 78th percentile. The Bucks rank as the 6th-highest scoring offense in the NBA while on the road since the start of last season. This year when they are the visiting squad, opposing starting Cs have put up 18.9 points per game (29th-highest in the league) against the Indiana Pacers, identifying this as a favorable matchup for offensive effectiveness.

Brook Lopez

Prop: 13.5 Points Scored
Projection: 15.2
Prop:
13.5 Points Scored
Projection:
15.2

Brook Lopez has sunk 6.0 field goals per game since the start of last season, ranking in the 82nd percentile out of all players in the NBA. Brook Lopez has attempted 4.6 shots from downtown per game since the start of last season, putting him in the 77th percentile out of all players in the NBA. Brook Lopez has played 29.9 minutes per game since the start of last season, putting him among the most-used players in the NBA: 78th percentile. The Bucks rank as the 6th-highest scoring offense in the NBA while on the road since the start of last season. This year when they are the visiting squad, opposing starting Cs have put up 18.9 points per game (29th-highest in the league) against the Indiana Pacers, identifying this as a favorable matchup for offensive effectiveness.

Bruce Brown Points Scored Props • Indiana

B. Brown
point guard PG • Indiana
Prop
11.5
Points Scored
Projection
12.9
Best Odds
Over
-110
Prop
11.5 Points Scored
Projection
12.9
Best Odds
Over
-110
Projection Rating

Bruce Brown has converted 1.9 shots from downtown per game away from his home court this year, ranking in the 81st percentile among all players in the NBA. The 2nd-fastest tempo road team in the league this year has been the Indiana Pacers. The Bucks have played at the 6th-fastest pace in the league away from their home stadium this year, which ought to lead to more possessions for the Pacers. The Pacers have been the 4th-best offensive rebounding offense in the NBA over the last 5 games (offensive rebounds maintain possession and may therefore create added opportunities for scoring and assists). Bruce Brown will possess the home court advantage in this contest. Playing at home generally raises player performance in all stat categories.

Bruce Brown

Prop: 11.5 Points Scored
Projection: 12.9
Prop:
11.5 Points Scored
Projection:
12.9

Bruce Brown has converted 1.9 shots from downtown per game away from his home court this year, ranking in the 81st percentile among all players in the NBA. The 2nd-fastest tempo road team in the league this year has been the Indiana Pacers. The Bucks have played at the 6th-fastest pace in the league away from their home stadium this year, which ought to lead to more possessions for the Pacers. The Pacers have been the 4th-best offensive rebounding offense in the NBA over the last 5 games (offensive rebounds maintain possession and may therefore create added opportunities for scoring and assists). Bruce Brown will possess the home court advantage in this contest. Playing at home generally raises player performance in all stat categories.

Bennedict Mathurin Points Scored Props • Indiana

B. Mathurin
shooting guard SG • Indiana
Prop
13.5
Points Scored
Projection
14.9
Best Odds
Over
-110

Since the start of last season when they are on their home court, the other team's starting SGs have tallied 6.1 3-point attempts per game (21st-most in the NBA) vs. the Bucks, branding this as a positive matchup. The 2nd-fastest tempo road team in the league this year has been the Indiana Pacers. The Bucks have played at the 6th-fastest pace in the league away from their home stadium this year, which ought to lead to more possessions for the Pacers. The Pacers have been the 4th-best offensive rebounding offense in the NBA over the last 5 games (offensive rebounds maintain possession and may therefore create added opportunities for scoring and assists). Bennedict Mathurin is expected to see an increase in output for all stats on account of having the home court advantage in this matchup.

Bennedict Mathurin

Prop: 13.5 Points Scored
Projection: 14.9
Prop:
13.5 Points Scored
Projection:
14.9

Since the start of last season when they are on their home court, the other team's starting SGs have tallied 6.1 3-point attempts per game (21st-most in the NBA) vs. the Bucks, branding this as a positive matchup. The 2nd-fastest tempo road team in the league this year has been the Indiana Pacers. The Bucks have played at the 6th-fastest pace in the league away from their home stadium this year, which ought to lead to more possessions for the Pacers. The Pacers have been the 4th-best offensive rebounding offense in the NBA over the last 5 games (offensive rebounds maintain possession and may therefore create added opportunities for scoring and assists). Bennedict Mathurin is expected to see an increase in output for all stats on account of having the home court advantage in this matchup.

Jae Crowder Points Scored Props • Milwaukee

J. Crowder
small forward SF • Milwaukee
Prop
7.5
Points Scored
Projection
9
Best Odds
Over
-130
Prop
7.5 Points Scored
Projection
9
Best Odds
Over
-130
Projection Rating

The Bucks rank as the 6th-highest scoring offense in the NBA while on the road since the start of last season. This matchup is a hard one for shots from behind the three-point arc; when the Pacers are playing at home, the other team has averaged the fewest 3-point attempts per game in the NBA against them this year (26.0). The 6th-quickest pace home offense in the NBA this year has been the Bucks. The {OPP_TEAM} are expected to see a rise in possessions in this contest from competing against the 2nd-most up-tempo pace-of-play home team in the league this year (the Pacers).

Jae Crowder

Prop: 7.5 Points Scored
Projection: 9
Prop:
7.5 Points Scored
Projection:
9

The Bucks rank as the 6th-highest scoring offense in the NBA while on the road since the start of last season. This matchup is a hard one for shots from behind the three-point arc; when the Pacers are playing at home, the other team has averaged the fewest 3-point attempts per game in the NBA against them this year (26.0). The 6th-quickest pace home offense in the NBA this year has been the Bucks. The {OPP_TEAM} are expected to see a rise in possessions in this contest from competing against the 2nd-most up-tempo pace-of-play home team in the league this year (the Pacers).

Tyrese Haliburton Points Scored Props • Indiana

T. Haliburton
point guard PG • Indiana
Prop
21.5
Points Scored
Projection
23.2
Best Odds
Over
-115

Tyrese Haliburton has attempted 7.3 3-pointers per game playing at home this year, ranking in the 92nd percentile out of all players in the NBA. Among all players in the NBA, Tyrese Haliburton registers in the 18th percentile for personal fouls, totaling a measly 1.2 fouls per game this year. The 2nd-fastest tempo road team in the league this year has been the Indiana Pacers. The Bucks have played at the 6th-fastest pace in the league away from their home stadium this year, which ought to lead to more possessions for the Pacers. The Pacers have been the 4th-best offensive rebounding offense in the NBA over the last 5 games (offensive rebounds maintain possession and may therefore create added opportunities for scoring and assists).

Tyrese Haliburton

Prop: 21.5 Points Scored
Projection: 23.2
Prop:
21.5 Points Scored
Projection:
23.2

Tyrese Haliburton has attempted 7.3 3-pointers per game playing at home this year, ranking in the 92nd percentile out of all players in the NBA. Among all players in the NBA, Tyrese Haliburton registers in the 18th percentile for personal fouls, totaling a measly 1.2 fouls per game this year. The 2nd-fastest tempo road team in the league this year has been the Indiana Pacers. The Bucks have played at the 6th-fastest pace in the league away from their home stadium this year, which ought to lead to more possessions for the Pacers. The Pacers have been the 4th-best offensive rebounding offense in the NBA over the last 5 games (offensive rebounds maintain possession and may therefore create added opportunities for scoring and assists).

Myles Turner Points Scored Props • Indiana

M. Turner
center C • Indiana
Prop
16.5
Points Scored
Projection
15.5
Best Odds
Under
-115

Myles Turner has committed 3.1 personal fouls per game this year, making him one of the most highest-fouling players in the NBA (92nd percentile). Since the start of last season when they have the home court advantage, the opposition's starting Cs have shot 51.1% on field goals (15th-lowest in the NBA) vs. the Bucks, making this a difficult matchup. Since the start of last season, their opposition has captured 11.0 offensive boards per game (7th-highest in the NBA) vs. the Bucks (preserving possessions that can create added chances for offense). When it comes to getting to the foul line, the Indiana Pacers's subpar 18.6 free throw attempts per game on their home court measures as the 3rd-worst in the NBA this year. Since the start of last season when they are on the road, opposing starting Cs have attempted 2.7 free throws per game (14th-fewest in the league) against the Milwaukee Bucks, finding it difficult to get to the free-throw line.

Myles Turner

Prop: 16.5 Points Scored
Projection: 15.5
Prop:
16.5 Points Scored
Projection:
15.5

Myles Turner has committed 3.1 personal fouls per game this year, making him one of the most highest-fouling players in the NBA (92nd percentile). Since the start of last season when they have the home court advantage, the opposition's starting Cs have shot 51.1% on field goals (15th-lowest in the NBA) vs. the Bucks, making this a difficult matchup. Since the start of last season, their opposition has captured 11.0 offensive boards per game (7th-highest in the NBA) vs. the Bucks (preserving possessions that can create added chances for offense). When it comes to getting to the foul line, the Indiana Pacers's subpar 18.6 free throw attempts per game on their home court measures as the 3rd-worst in the NBA this year. Since the start of last season when they are on the road, opposing starting Cs have attempted 2.7 free throws per game (14th-fewest in the league) against the Milwaukee Bucks, finding it difficult to get to the free-throw line.

Aaron Nesmith Points Scored Props • Indiana

A. Nesmith
shooting guard SG • Indiana
Prop
10.5
Points Scored
Projection
11
Best Odds
Over
+104

Aaron Nesmith has made 52.8% of his attempts from beyond the arc when playing away from home this year, putting him in the 94th percentile out of all players in the league. Since the start of last season, opposing teams have shot 34.9% on 3-pointers (4th-worst in the NBA) against the Bucks, resulting in a challenging matchup. The 2nd-fastest tempo road team in the league this year has been the Indiana Pacers. The Bucks have played at the 6th-fastest pace in the league away from their home stadium this year, which ought to lead to more possessions for the Pacers. The Pacers have been the 4th-best offensive rebounding offense in the NBA over the last 5 games (offensive rebounds maintain possession and may therefore create added opportunities for scoring and assists).

Aaron Nesmith

Prop: 10.5 Points Scored
Projection: 11
Prop:
10.5 Points Scored
Projection:
11

Aaron Nesmith has made 52.8% of his attempts from beyond the arc when playing away from home this year, putting him in the 94th percentile out of all players in the league. Since the start of last season, opposing teams have shot 34.9% on 3-pointers (4th-worst in the NBA) against the Bucks, resulting in a challenging matchup. The 2nd-fastest tempo road team in the league this year has been the Indiana Pacers. The Bucks have played at the 6th-fastest pace in the league away from their home stadium this year, which ought to lead to more possessions for the Pacers. The Pacers have been the 4th-best offensive rebounding offense in the NBA over the last 5 games (offensive rebounds maintain possession and may therefore create added opportunities for scoring and assists).

Malik Beasley Points Scored Props • Milwaukee

M. Beasley
shooting guard SG • Milwaukee
Prop
9.5
Points Scored
Projection
9.1
Best Odds
Under
-115
Prop
9.5 Points Scored
Projection
9.1
Best Odds
Under
-115
Projection Rating

Among all players in the NBA, Malik Beasley places in the 12th percentile for scoring efficiency when playing on the road with a an unimpressive 37.8% rate since the start of last season. The Bucks rank as the 2nd-worst offensive rebounding offense in the league over the last 5 games (offensive rebounds maintain possession, and a lack of them may therefore eliminate further opportunities for scoring and assists). The Indiana Pacers have given up the 4th-most offensive rebounds per game (11.9) in the NBA to opposing teams this year (offensive rebounds maintain possession and may therefore provide additional chances for scoring and assists). Malik Beasley will not have the home court advantage in this game. Playing without the home court advantage generally worsens stat production across the board.

Malik Beasley

Prop: 9.5 Points Scored
Projection: 9.1
Prop:
9.5 Points Scored
Projection:
9.1

Among all players in the NBA, Malik Beasley places in the 12th percentile for scoring efficiency when playing on the road with a an unimpressive 37.8% rate since the start of last season. The Bucks rank as the 2nd-worst offensive rebounding offense in the league over the last 5 games (offensive rebounds maintain possession, and a lack of them may therefore eliminate further opportunities for scoring and assists). The Indiana Pacers have given up the 4th-most offensive rebounds per game (11.9) in the NBA to opposing teams this year (offensive rebounds maintain possession and may therefore provide additional chances for scoring and assists). Malik Beasley will not have the home court advantage in this game. Playing without the home court advantage generally worsens stat production across the board.

Buddy Hield Points Scored Props • Indiana

B. Hield
shooting guard SG • Indiana
Prop
13.5
Points Scored
Projection
14.1
Best Odds
Over
-105
Prop
13.5 Points Scored
Projection
14.1
Best Odds
Over
-105
Projection Rating

Buddy Hield has sunk 48.4% of his shots from downtown while at home this year, ranking in the 78th percentile among all players in the league. Out of all players in the NBA, Buddy Hield places in the 98th percentile for 3-point attempts when playing on the road, putting up 8.0 per game this year. Since the start of last season, opposing teams have shot 34.9% on 3-pointers (4th-worst in the NBA) against the Bucks, resulting in a challenging matchup. The 2nd-fastest tempo road team in the league this year has been the Indiana Pacers. The Bucks have played at the 6th-fastest pace in the league away from their home stadium this year, which ought to lead to more possessions for the Pacers.

Buddy Hield

Prop: 13.5 Points Scored
Projection: 14.1
Prop:
13.5 Points Scored
Projection:
14.1

Buddy Hield has sunk 48.4% of his shots from downtown while at home this year, ranking in the 78th percentile among all players in the league. Out of all players in the NBA, Buddy Hield places in the 98th percentile for 3-point attempts when playing on the road, putting up 8.0 per game this year. Since the start of last season, opposing teams have shot 34.9% on 3-pointers (4th-worst in the NBA) against the Bucks, resulting in a challenging matchup. The 2nd-fastest tempo road team in the league this year has been the Indiana Pacers. The Bucks have played at the 6th-fastest pace in the league away from their home stadium this year, which ought to lead to more possessions for the Pacers.

Obi Toppin Points Scored Props • Indiana

O. Toppin
power forward PF • Indiana
Prop
8.5
Points Scored
Projection
8.2
Best Odds
Under
-125

In contrast to last season's 31.0% rate, Obi Toppin's 3-point proficiency has decreased this season to 15.4%. Obi Toppin has been called for 0.0 technical fouls per game this year, ranking him as one of the highest-fouling players in the NBA when it comes to technicals (76th percentile). The matchup vs. Milwaukee is a difficult one for field goals; when the Milwaukee Bucks have the home court advantage, the opposing team's starting PFs have posted the 15th-lowest field goal rate in the league since the start of last season (41.7%). Since the start of last season, their opposition has captured 11.0 offensive boards per game (7th-highest in the NBA) vs. the Bucks (preserving possessions that can create added chances for offense). When it comes to getting to the foul line, the Indiana Pacers's subpar 18.6 free throw attempts per game on their home court measures as the 3rd-worst in the NBA this year.

Obi Toppin

Prop: 8.5 Points Scored
Projection: 8.2
Prop:
8.5 Points Scored
Projection:
8.2

In contrast to last season's 31.0% rate, Obi Toppin's 3-point proficiency has decreased this season to 15.4%. Obi Toppin has been called for 0.0 technical fouls per game this year, ranking him as one of the highest-fouling players in the NBA when it comes to technicals (76th percentile). The matchup vs. Milwaukee is a difficult one for field goals; when the Milwaukee Bucks have the home court advantage, the opposing team's starting PFs have posted the 15th-lowest field goal rate in the league since the start of last season (41.7%). Since the start of last season, their opposition has captured 11.0 offensive boards per game (7th-highest in the NBA) vs. the Bucks (preserving possessions that can create added chances for offense). When it comes to getting to the foul line, the Indiana Pacers's subpar 18.6 free throw attempts per game on their home court measures as the 3rd-worst in the NBA this year.

Damian Lillard Points Scored Props • Milwaukee

D. Lillard
point guard PG • Milwaukee
Prop
24.5
Points Scored
Projection
25
Best Odds
Over
-129

Damian Lillard has compiled 31.3 points per game while on his home court since the start of last season, ranking in the 100th percentile -- among the league's best by this standard. Among all players in the NBA, Damian Lillard measures in the 100th percentile for three-point attempts, posting 11.0 per game since the start of last season. Out of all players in the NBA, Damian Lillard rates in the 97th percentile for playing time, registering a monstrous 35.5 minutes per game without the home court advantage since the start of last season. The Bucks rank as the 6th-highest scoring offense in the NBA while on the road since the start of last season. The 6th-quickest pace home offense in the NBA this year has been the Bucks.

Damian Lillard

Prop: 24.5 Points Scored
Projection: 25
Prop:
24.5 Points Scored
Projection:
25

Damian Lillard has compiled 31.3 points per game while on his home court since the start of last season, ranking in the 100th percentile -- among the league's best by this standard. Among all players in the NBA, Damian Lillard measures in the 100th percentile for three-point attempts, posting 11.0 per game since the start of last season. Out of all players in the NBA, Damian Lillard rates in the 97th percentile for playing time, registering a monstrous 35.5 minutes per game without the home court advantage since the start of last season. The Bucks rank as the 6th-highest scoring offense in the NBA while on the road since the start of last season. The 6th-quickest pace home offense in the NBA this year has been the Bucks.

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