The Clippers head to Milwaukee as slight favorites in a clash that could shake up both conference standings, but injury concerns loom large for the Bucks.
Giannis Antetokounmpo and Damian Lillard are both questionable with hamstring issues as the teams return from the All-Star break. It’s a tough break for Milwaukee, who’d normally be favored at home.
The Greek Freak sat out All-Star weekend to rest his calf, but there’s hope he’ll be back on the court within the week.
Lillard, fresh off competing in both the All-Star game and three-point contest, is now dealing with a hamstring strain. He couldn’t grab his third straight three-point crown during the festivities.
The Clippers are sitting pretty with a completely healthy roster. Even Norman Powell and James Harden, who took part in All-Star weekend, are good to go.
LA’s been on fire lately, winning their last three games before the break against Utah (twice) and Memphis. The timing of the break might’ve cooled their hot streak.
They’ve got extra motivation tonight – a win would push them ahead of the Lakers in the Western Conference standings after their crosstown rivals lost Wednesday.
The game tips off at 8:00 p.m. ET at Milwaukee’s Fiserv Forum. Fans can catch the action on FDSNWI, FDSNSC, or NBA League Pass.
Betting odds have the Clippers as 1-point favorites on the road, a line that likely reflects Milwaukee’s injury uncertainty.
Andre Jackson Jr. rounds out the Bucks’ injury report, listed as questionable with a wrist issue.
