The Milwaukee Bucks will face the Chicago Bulls tonight at the Fiserv Forum. The Bucks currently have a record of 5-4 and are coming off a surprising loss to the Orlando Magic. Given the Bucks‘ star-studded roster, fans expect them to win almost every game, which isn’t all that surprising. Even after Damian Lillard’s blockbuster trade, the Bucks have found it hard to hit it running.
The Bulls, on the other hand, have been the talk of the town in recent months for all the wrong reasons. Despite boasting a world-class team, including DeMar DeRozan and Zach LaVine, the Bulls have come short multiple times in recent years. Lonzo Ball’s serious injury has to be mentioned as well. He remains on the sidelines for tonight’s game, along with a few other players.
Damian Lillard is probable to play in the Milwaukee Bucks vs Chicago Bulls game tonight
Damian Lillard joined the Bucks just a few weeks ago and has formed a decent partnership with Giannis Antetokounmpo. The American seems to be comfortable in his new jersey but has found it hard to stay injury-free. For the Bulls game tonight, Dame is probable with a calf injury. It could be a game-time decision, the reason for his possible absence would be injury management.
The Bucks have submitted their injury report for tomorrow night’s game vs. the Bulls.
Damian Lillard – probable (right calf injury management)
Jae Crowder – out (left groin strain)
Chris Livingston – out (left ankle sprain)Marques Bolden, TyTy Washington Jr. – out (two-way)
— Eric Nehm (@eric_nehm) November 13, 2023
Along with Lillard, Jae Crowder is also on the injury report. He will miss the game tonight with a left groin strain injury, along with Chris Livingston, who has suffered a left ankle sprain.
Milwaukee Bucks injury report
- Damian Lillard (probable)
- Jae Crowder (out)
- Chris Livingston (out)
Milwaukee Bucks expected starting lineup
- Giannis Antetokounmpo
- Damian Lillard (probable)
- Khris Middleton
- Brook Lopez
- Malik Beasley
Chicago Bulls injury report
- Lonzo Ball (out)
- Dalen Terry (out)
- Alex Caruso (doubtful)
- Patrick Williams (probable)
Chicago Bulls expected starting lineup
- DeMar DeRozan
- Zach LaVine
- Coby White
- Nikola Vucevic
- Torrey Craig
Can the Bucks bounce back after two consecutive losses?
The Bucks have lost two of their last two, to the Magic, and the Indiana Pacers. Giannis Antetokounmpo and Co. would surely be eyeing to make a comeback to winning ways tonight against the Bulls. Dame is probable to feature tonight, which means the Bucks could have their starting lineup at full strength.
The Bucks have failed to win in Dame’s absence, and his return from injury could be a huge boost. The last time these two sides faced was in April when the Bucks won 105-92. Interestingly, Giannis was on the sidelines for that game, but Bobby Portis and Brook Lopez helped their team to the win.
The same could be the case tonight but with different players. The Bucks look to be a completely different team when they’re at full strength. The presence of Giannis and Dame could well and truly give them the win today. However, the Bulls can put up a good fight through DeRozan’s brilliance on the ball.