The Milwaukee Bucks vs. Houston Rockets game will be held at Fiserv Forum on Monday, November 18th, 2024, at 8:00 PM ET. The Bucks have struggled in the 2024-2025 NBA season, currently sitting at 4-9 and in 12th place in the Eastern Conference. Their most recent loss was a heartbreaker to the Charlotte Hornets, falling 115-114 in a tightly contested game.
In contrast, the Houston Rockets are thriving with a 9-4 record, ranking 3rd in the Western Conference. They are on a three-game winning streak, most recently defeating the Los Angeles Clippers 125-104. The Bucks and Rockets have faced off 137 times in the regular season, with Milwaukee holding a 75-62 edge in those games.
Milwaukee Bucks vs. Houston Rockets: Prediction
The Bucks are averaging 111.2 points per game this season (20th in the league) while allowing 113.6 points (18th). They rank 14th in rebounds with 43.7 per game but struggle defensively, giving up 46.2 rebounds per contest, the fourth-worst in the NBA. Milwaukee makes 13.2 three-pointers per game (13th) but shoots just 35.8% from beyond the arc, ranking 14th in 3-point percentage.
The Rockets score 112.4 points per game (15th) and are among the best defensively, allowing only 106 points (3rd). They lead the league in rebounds, grabbing 49.5 per game while conceding 44.2 (18th). Houston makes 12 three-pointers per game (22nd) but struggles with accuracy, ranking 25th in 3-point shooting at 32.9%. Given their strong defense and rebounding advantage, the Rockets are favored to win the upcoming game against the Bucks.
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Milwaukee Bucks vs. Houston Rockets: Probable Starting Lineups
Here are the expected lineups for both teams.
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Milwaukee Bucks
PG Delon Wright
SG AJ Green
SF Taurean Prince
PF Giannis Antetokounmpo
C Brook Lopez
Houston Rockets
PG Fred VanVleet
SG Jalen Green
SF Dillon Brooks
PF Jabari Smith Jr.
C Alperen Sengun
Milwaukee Bucks vs. Houston Rockets: Injury Updates
The Bucks have provided an injury update ahead of their game against the Rockets. Khris Middleton will be sidelined due to an ankle injury, while both Ryan Rollins and Damian Lillard are listed as questionable. Rollins is dealing with a shoulder issue, and Lillard is currently in concussion protocol.
Steven Adams will be out with a knee injury for the Houston Rockets. Amen Thompson is also listed as questionable, as he is dealing with a quadriceps injury. Both teams will closely monitor these players’ conditions as the game approaches.
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