The Milwaukee Bucks hope that a couple days off and two days of practice can help them get back on the winning track, as they host the Boston Celtics tonight at Fiserv Forum.
This was a previously unscheduled game, as it was added to the schedule once the Bucks and Celtics did not advance to the NBA Cup quarterfinals.
It is a daunting task for the listing Bucks, who have lost 10 of 12 and are 10-15 overall. The Celtics, meanwhile, have won 10 of 12 (including five straight) and are 15-9.
The Celtics have won three straight games over the Bucks and seven of the last 10 in the rivalry between former Eastern Conference powers.
Milwaukee is also hoping to avoid falling into another losing streak, as it has dropped two straight after beating the East-leading Detroit Pistons on Dec. 3.
Is Giannis playing?
No. Antetokounmpo strained his right calf on Dec. 3, and Bucks coach Doc Rivers felt that the star would be out closer to the four-week period than not.
What is the Bucks record without Giannis?
This season, the Bucks are 1-7 without him. They beat Golden State on Oct. 28.
Milwaukee Bucks injury report
- Taurean Prince, out (neck surgery)
- Giannis Antetokounmpo, out (right calf strain)
- AJ Green, questionable (left AC joint sprain)
Bucks probable starting lineup
- Guards: Ryan Rollins, Kevin Porter Jr., Gary Trent
- Forward: Kyle Kuzma
- Center: Myles Turner
What channel are the Bucks on?
The game will be broadcast locally on FanDuel Sports Network Wisconsin with Lisa Byington, Wesley Matthews and Melanie Ricks on the call.
What time is the Bucks game?
Tip-off is scheduled for 7 p.m. CT.
Bucks vs. Celtics odds
Boston is an 8.5-point favorite over Milwaukee with the over/under set at 223.5 points, per BetMGM.
This article originally appeared on Milwaukee Journal Sentinel: Bucks vs. Celtics tonight, live updates, injury report
