Milwaukee, Wisconsin – The Milwaukee Bucks are gearing up for their first game at Fiserv Forum since March 4, marking only their third home game since February 13. Tonight, they will face off against the Philadelphia 76ers at 7 p.m. CT.
After returning from a 1-3 road trip, the Bucks (42-24) are looking to secure a win at home. On the other hand, the Philadelphia 76ers (36-29) have struggled recently, losing four of their last five games.
During the game, the 76ers managed to take the lead over the Bucks after the third quarter, with Tyrese Maxey scoring 29 points by that point. Despite trailing by as many as 12, the Bucks briefly took the lead at one point. However, the 76ers, led by Maxey, were able to make crucial baskets to maintain their advantage. Giannis Antetokounmpo contributed 19 points, 11 rebounds, and seven assists by the end of the third quarter.
At halftime, the 76ers held a 61-53 lead over the Bucks, fueled by strong three-point shooting and capitalizing on turnovers. Maxey’s performance, with 18 points and four three-pointers, was key for Philadelphia. Meanwhile, Antetokounmpo led the Bucks with 14 points.
Giannis Antetokounmpo, an MVP candidate, overcame left hamstring soreness to play in the game. Despite dealing with various injuries throughout the season, including right knee tendinitis and left Achilles tendinitis, he has shown resilience by missing only three games.
In terms of injuries, Khris Middleton remains sidelined with a left ankle sprain. Despite ongoing workouts, Middleton has yet to receive clearance to return to the court. Additionally, MarJon Beauchamp and Malik Beasley are also out due to back spasms, while Patrick Beverley is available to play with right hip soreness.
The Bucks made a change to their pre-game schedule for the 76ers game, opting for a walkthrough at Fiserv Forum instead of a traditional shootaround. This adjustment followed their return from a lengthy West Coast trip.
As the Bucks face the 76ers, they are considered 7.5-point favorites, with the over/under set at 219.5 according to BetMGM. The matchup promises to be an exciting clash between two competitive teams in the league.