The Milwaukee Bucks (26-18) are set to take on the Portland Trail Blazers (17-29) at Moda Center on Tuesday night. This will be the second and final meeting between the two teams this season, with the Trail Blazers winning the first game 105-102 on January 4th.
Bucks’ Recent Form
The Bucks are currently on a roll, winning eight of their last ten games. They recently defeated the Utah Jazz 125-110 on Monday night, with Giannis Antetokounmpo scoring 35 points and pulling down 18 rebounds, while Damian Lillard added 35 points and eight assists1. The Bucks have been averaging 120.8 points over their last ten games and shooting 51.0% from the field.
Trail Blazers’ Recent Form
The Trail Blazers, on the other hand, are coming off a 118-108 loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder on Sunday. Deni Avdija had a near triple-double with 28 points, eight assists, and eight rebounds, while Scoot Henderson scored 25 points off the bench1. Portland has been averaging 105.5 points over their last ten games but has struggled defensively, allowing 111.4 points per game.
Key Matchup Points
- Bucks’ Offense: The Bucks average 114.6 points per game and have been solid on the road with a 9-11 record.
- Trail Blazers’ Defense: Portland allows 115.3 points per game, which could be a challenge against the high-scoring Bucks.
- Player to Watch: Giannis Antetokounmpo has been averaging 31.4 points and 12.2 rebounds over his last ten games.
- Damian Lillard: Lillard has been averaging 27.5 points, 5.5 rebounds, and 7.2 assists over his last ten games.
Injury Report
- Bucks: Cam Whitmore (illness), Jalen Green (head), Jabari Smith Jr. (hand).
- Trail Blazers: Kobe Bufkin (season-ending shoulder injury), Dyson Daniels (ankle), Trae Young (adductor), Cody Zeller (personal), Larry Nance Jr. (hand), Jalen Johnson (shoulder).
