Match preview: Milwaukee Bucks vs Brooklyn Nets
The Milwaukee Bucks will face the Brooklyn Nets on 26th February 2022(USA), as the race to playoffs heats up.
The defending champions will be facing up against the current favorites to win the title. The Bucks find themselves comfortably in the playoffs spots but the Nets are struggling down below due to various factors.
If Kevin Durant plays this match, you can expect a preview for what can be a potential playoff series again this time around during the NBA playoffs.
Current record of both the teams:
- The Milwaukee Bucks currently have a record of 36-24 and are the 4th seed in the East.
- The Brooklyn Nets currently have a record of 31-29 and are the 8th seed in the East.
Injury Report
Bucks:
- Brook Lopez – Back
- Pat Connaughton – Surgery
Nets:
- Ben Simmons – Conditioning
- Joe Harris – Ankle
- Goran Dragic – Conditioning
- Kevin Durant – Day to Day
Players to watch out for in Milwaukee Bucks vs Brooklyn Nets
- Giannis Antetokounmpo – Bucks :
He fancies playing against the Nets as it is a big game and a sort of rehearsal for a big playoff series ahead which could be possible like last season. You can expect Giannis to drop a 40-bomb in this match. - Kyrie Irving – Nets :
If Kevin Durant doesn’t play then all the burden will be on Kyrie’s shoulders and you can expect him to play well again this time around in a big match.
Match Prediction & Telecast details:
The Milwaukee Bucks should be able to handle the business at their home against an injury-depleted Brooklyn Nets and even if Kevin Durant is cleared to play, you can fancy the chances of Milwaukee in this game.
Prediction:
- Milwaukee Bucks to win the game.
You can watch the game via NBA LEAGUE PASS.
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