The Milwaukee Bucks (18-29) are set to welcome the Chicago Bulls (24-26) at the Fiserv Forum, with tip-off scheduled for 8 p.m. ET. The Bucks will be looking to break their streak of three consecutive home losses. Fans can catch the game on CHSN and FDSWI, or purchase tickets from StubHub for an in-person experience.
In terms of team news, the Bulls are dealing with several player injuries. Zach Collins is ruled out due to a toe issue, while Noa Essengue is out for the season with a shoulder injury. Dario Saric is also out for non-injury-related reasons. Julian Phillips and Kevin Huerter are listed as questionable with wrist and back injuries, respectively. Additionally, Tre Jones and Josh Giddey are both out due to hamstring problems, while Jalen Smith is questionable because of a calf injury.
The Bucks are similarly impacted by injuries, with Kevin Porter Jr. sidelined due to an oblique injury, and Taurean Prince out because of a neck issue. Star player Giannis Antetokounmpo will not play due to a calf injury, and Gary Harris is out with a hamstring problem.
Statistically, the Bulls have been scoring an average of 117.2 points per game, slightly outpacing the Bucks, who allow 115.6 points. Conversely, the Bucks have averaged 111.1 points per game, which is 8.8 points fewer than the 119.9 points the Bulls allow to their opponents.
As both teams battle through injury challenges, the matchup promises to deliver an intriguing contest as the Bucks aim for a much-needed victory at home.