The Milwaukee Bucks travel to the Chicago Bulls tonight for an epic play-in battle that may feature one Giannis Antetokounmpo. The “rivalry” series started at the Fiserv Forum last month with the Bucks emerging victorious. We’ll see if history repeats itself; it’s been a tale of two offenses recently, with the Bulls (2nd) overpowering the Bucks (30th) over the last five games.
It turns out the Bucks struggle without Giannis: they have lost four out of five, with a win against the Pacers. Indiana is actively trying to lose, but that hasn’t been a deterrent to Milwaukee as of late (see: Brooklyn). In times like these, it’s important to take the silver linings where you can. The Bucks have some interesting young pieces that are developing individually and in tandem. It may be living hell watching Doc orchestrate them, but they can shine in spots nonetheless. Of course, in times like these, you also wait for the big guy’s return, which could be tonight.
It’s a SEGABABA for both teams, so the injury report (and subsequently this article) will be updated later today.
UPDATE: Josh Giddey is fittingly questionable for the Bulls (left ankle sprain), while Noa Essengue is out (left shoulder surgery).
UPDATE #2: Giannis is questionable for the Bucks with his right calf strain, as is Gary Trent Jr. with his left calf contusion. Of course, Taurean Prince (neck surgery) is out.
UPDATE #3: Giannis is a go! So is Josh Giddey. GTJ is unfortunately out.
Ryan Rollins, and specifically his minutes. Play him!
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