The Toronto Raptors are set to host the Milwaukee Bucks in an exciting Eastern Conference matchup on Friday at 6:30 p.m. EDT. Both teams enter this game with a season-opening victory, which adds extra intrigue to their early-season duel.
The Raptors concluded last season with a 30-52 record, placing them fourth in the Eastern Conference. They had a home record of 18-23 and were known for generating an average of 18.5 points off turnovers, along with 15.6 second-chance points and 36.5 points from their bench. This season, they are looking to build on that foundation and improve their performance against conference rivals.
On the other hand, the Milwaukee Bucks finished last season with a strong 48-34 record, earning them a solid sixth place in the Eastern Conference. Known for their efficient scoring, the Bucks boasted a shooting percentage of 48.6% from the field and an impressive 38.7% from beyond the arc last season. With such strong offensive capabilities, they will be a formidable opponent for the Raptors.
Both teams are facing injury concerns, with the Raptors’ Collin Murray-Boyles and Ja’Kobe Walter listed as day-to-day due to a forearm issue and illness, respectively. The Bucks are also dealing with uncertainties, as their star player Giannis Antetokounmpo and Kevin Porter Jr. are both day-to-day with back and ankle issues.
As the teams prepare for this matchup, fans can look forward to a highly competitive game as both the Raptors and Bucks aim to secure their second win of the season.