The Milwaukee Bucks square off with the Charlotte Hornets tonight with hopes of securing their second victory in the group stage of the NBA In-Season Tournament, and third consecutive regular-season win. After a shaky start to the 2023–2024 campaign, a win against a 3-7 Hornets squad could offer some comfort in hopes of things leveling out for Giannis Antetokounmpo, Damian Lillard, and company.
Where We’re At
For all of the hand-wringing so far, the Bucks are currently in fifth place, and only two wins out of first place, in the Eastern Conference. Picking up a win against a current basement-dweller like Charlotte could be much-needed low-hanging fruit for Milwaukee, but if there is a trend to be found in their other games this week, the final score could be closer than many fans would hope.