NBA Preview: Miami Heat (26-28) vs. Milwaukee Bucks (31-24)

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The Miami Heat (26-28) are set to face off against the Milwaukee Bucks (31-24) on Sunday, February 23, 2025, at Fiserv Forum in Milwaukee. Tip-off is scheduled for 6 p.m. ET.

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Team Overview

Miami Heat: The Heat are currently eighth in the Eastern Conference and are looking to improve their standing. They recently snapped a four-game losing streak with a 120-111 overtime win against the Toronto Raptors. Tyler Herro led the team with 28 points in that game, showcasing his scoring prowess. The Heat have struggled on the road, going 1-2 in their current road trip with losses to the Dallas Mavericks and Oklahoma City Thunder.

Milwaukee Bucks: The Bucks are fifth in the Eastern Conference and have been on a roll, winning their last three games. They recently defeated the Washington Wizards 104-101, with Kyle Kuzma leading the team with 19 points. Giannis Antetokounmpo, despite foul trouble, managed to contribute 18 points and six rebounds in just over 19 minutes of play. The Bucks have dominated the Heat this season, winning both previous matchups.

Key Players

Miami Heat:

  • Tyler Herro: Averaging 23.9 points, 5.5 rebounds, and 5.5 assists per game.
  • Bam Adebayo: Averaging 20.4 points over the last 10 games.

Milwaukee Bucks:

  • Giannis Antetokounmpo: Averaging 31.2 points, 12.1 rebounds, and 5.8 assists per game.
  • Damian Lillard: Listed as day-to-day with a hamstring injury but has been a key contributor when healthy.

Recent Form

Miami Heat: The Heat have been inconsistent, going 4-6 in their last 10 games. They average 107.3 points per game while allowing 113.1 points.

Milwaukee Bucks: The Bucks have been more consistent, going 5-5 in their last 10 games. They average 112.4 points per game while allowing 118.2 points.