The Milwaukee Bucks are set to play their third consecutive game of the season on October 26, 2025, against the Cleveland Cavaliers at Rocket Arena. Following recent performances, the Bucks aim to build on their success after winning against the Toronto Raptors and their season opener at Fiserv Forum.
Game Preview: Bucks vs. Cavaliers
In their last outing against Toronto, the Bucks showcased strength both offensively and defensively. Giannis Antetokounmpo led the team, scoring 31 points, grabbing 20 rebounds, and dishing out seven assists. This marked the seventh occasion in his career that he reached a 30-20-7 stat line. Giannis shot an impressive 78.6% from the floor.
Current Status of Key Players
- Giannis Antetokounmpo: Probable to play against the Cavaliers despite ongoing soreness in his left big toe.
- Cole Anthony: Ruled out for the game after falling ill, following a strong performance of 23 points and 7 assists against Toronto.
- Kevin Porter Jr.: Starting point guard, dealing with a left ankle sprain sustained in the season opener. He participated in shootaround but was ruled out for the road trip.
- Kyle Kuzma: Forward who sprained his ankle during the game against the Raptors. Initially questionable, he was later downgraded to doubtful and ultimately ruled out for the matchup.
Game Details
The Bucks look to extend their winning streak with a lineup featuring Gary Trent Jr. and Ryan Rollins in the guard positions, along with Myles Turner at center. The game begins at 5 PM CT and will air locally on FanDuel Sports Network Wisconsin, featuring commentary by Lisa Byington, Marques Johnson, and Stephen Watson.
Betting Odds
The Bucks enter this game as 6.5-point favorites, with the over/under set at 236.5 points according to BetMGM.
As the Bucks navigate through these early season challenges, fans are eager to see how the absence of key players will influence their performance against the Cavaliers.
