Tipoff is scheduled for 8:00 PM ET
Venue: Fiserv Forum, Milwaukee, WI
This Eastern Conference matchup features a solid Hawks team visiting a Bucks squad enduring a historically poor start. Atlanta looks to capitalize on Milwaukee’s struggles, while the Bucks aim to snap a lengthy home losing streak.
Current Player Rosters (Key/Rotation Focus)
Atlanta Hawks: Jalen Johnson, Nickeil Alexander-Walker, Dyson Daniels, Onyeka Okongwu, CJ McCollum, Aaron Wiggins, Luguentz Dort, Corey Kispert, Jock Landale, and others. The core emphasizes versatile wings, playmaking, and interior presence.
Milwaukee Bucks: Tyler Herro, Jaime Jaquez Jr., Kyle Kuzma, Myles Turner, Kel’el Ware, Brayden Burries, Ryan Rollins, AJ Green, Nate Ament, and supporting pieces. The roster relies on Herro’s scoring and a mix of veterans and young talent after roster changes.
Projected starters lean toward Alexander-Walker/Daniels/McCollum/Johnson/Okongwu for Atlanta and Herro/Jaquez/Kuzma/Turner (or Ware) for Milwaukee.
Listed Injury Reports
Hawks:
Henri Veesaar — Out for season (torn right ACL).
Mouhamed Gueye — Out (left foot fracture).
Asa Newell — Out (left great toe hyperextension).
Keshon Gilbert — Out (left knee inflammation; non-surgical procedure).
Kingston Flemings — Out/Day-to-day (lumbar/back strain).
Bucks: Minimal major injuries reported among core players. Ousmane Dieng listed out (left finger sprain) in some reports; several G-League/two-way players limited or assigned. Overall healthier than Atlanta in terms of primary rotation.
Atlanta is missing several depth pieces but retains its main contributors. Milwaukee enters relatively intact at the star level.
Key Player vs. Player Matchups
Jalen Johnson vs. Kyle Kuzma / frontcourt: Johnson’s all-around production (scoring, rebounding, playmaking) against Kuzma’s scoring and physicality.
Nickeil Alexander-Walker / Dyson Daniels vs. Tyler Herro / perimeter: Defensive intensity and two-way play from Atlanta’s wings against Herro’s scoring and creation.
Onyeka Okongwu vs. Myles Turner / Kel’el Ware: Rim protection, rebounding, and interior scoring battles.
CJ McCollum vs. Bucks guards: Veteran scoring and shot creation against Milwaukee’s backcourt.
Secondary: Atlanta’s transition attack (led by Johnson and Daniels) vs. Bucks’ ability to limit easy baskets.
Atlanta’s athleticism, steals, and fast-break scoring should create advantages against a struggling Milwaukee defense.
Recent Team Forms
Hawks (7-6 overall; 4-3 away): Competitive early, with strong performances against Eastern Conference foes. They generate high assist numbers and fast-break points (Jalen Johnson a key contributor). Recent results include a mix of wins and close losses; offense averages solid output while defense is average.
Bucks (1-12 overall; 1-6 home): Enduring a brutal start with a long losing streak (including a five-game home skid). Offense has been inefficient (low scoring and shooting percentages), and they struggle against conference opponents. Tyler Herro leads scoring efforts, but team cohesion and defense have lagged.
Series History
Recent head-to-head meetings have been competitive, with each side claiming wins in the last several contests. Atlanta has shown the ability to score efficiently against Milwaukee in some outings.
Betting Trends
The Hawks have performed well against weaker Eastern teams, while the Bucks have struggled to cover as home underdogs during their skid. Overs have mixed results given Milwaukee’s scoring issues.
The Hawks’ better balance, transition play, and defensive activity should overcome a demoralized Bucks team at home. Herro and supporting scorers can keep Milwaukee competitive in stretches, but Atlanta’s depth and efficiency on both ends should secure a road victory and extend Milwaukee’s early-season woes.
Game Odds
Atlanta Hawks – 7.5
Milwaukee Bucks 232
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odd Direct as of Saturday, November 14, 2026
