The Milwaukee Bucks will face off against the Oklahoma City Thunder in an exciting matchup on Thursday at 7:30 p.m. EST. This non-conference game is set to take place in Oklahoma City, where the Thunder have established a formidable home record of 22-6.
Current Standings and Team Performance
Milwaukee holds a record of 22-30, currently placing 12th in the Eastern Conference. The team has struggled on the road, accumulating just 10 wins against 18 losses. Conversely, Oklahoma City shines at the top of the Western Conference with a strong 42-13 record.
Scoring and Defense Comparison
The Thunder average an impressive 120.2 points per game, outscoring their opponents by 12.2 points. In contrast, the Bucks score an average of 109.4 points. Both teams excel in three-point shooting. Milwaukee averages 14.7 made three-pointers, while Oklahoma City follows closely with 13.4 per game.
- Thunder: 22-6 at home
- Bucks: 10-18 on the road
- Thunder Points Average: 120.2
- Bucks Points Average: 109.4
Previous Matchup
This game marks the second encounter between these teams this season. In their first meeting, held on January 22, the Thunder emerged victorious with a score of 122-102.
Key Players to Watch
- Chet Holmgren (Thunder): 17.5 points, 8.6 rebounds, 1.9 blocks
- Isaiah Joe (Thunder): 13.4 points over the last 10 games
- Bobby Portis (Bucks): 13.1 points, 6.5 rebounds
- Myles Turner (Bucks): 13.4 points over the last 10 games
Recent Performance
In their last 10 games, the Thunder have recorded a 5-5 record with averages of 114.6 points and shooting 47.1% from the field. The Bucks stand at 4-6, averaging 109.4 points and shooting 47.3% from the field.
Injury Report
- Thunder Injuries:
- Ajay Mitchell: day to day (abdomen)
- Nikola Topic: out (groin)
- Jalen Williams: day to day (hamstring)
- Shai Gilgeous-Alexander: out (abdomen)
- Thomas Sorber: out for season (knee)
- Bucks Injuries:
- Giannis Antetokounmpo: out (calf)
- Taurean Prince: out (neck)
- Ryan Rollins: day to day (foot)
Ahead of this thrilling NBA showdown, both teams will be eager to secure a win. The Bucks will strive for improvement on the road, while the Thunder aim to maintain their dominant home performance.
