Fans can expect another exciting Milwaukee Bucks vs. LA Clippers clash this Sunday, as the two playoff contenders face off again. This matchup follows their recent matchup earlier this week, where the Bucks emerged victorious with a score of 113-106 on March 4.
In the first Milwaukee Bucks vs. LA Clippers matchup this season, it took a 41-point night from Damian Lillard to push the Giannis. Antetokounmpo-fewer Bucks to victory. Bobby Portis also scored 28 points coming off the bench for Milwaukee.
James Harden and Paul Georges had 29 each for the Clippers, while Kawhi Leonard was limited to just 16 points on 6-of-19 shooting.
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In this next game, Antetokounmpo is likely, according to the latest injury report.
THE Deer enter the game on a two-game losing streak, while the Clippers are coming off back-to-back wins over the Houston Rockets and Chicago Bulls.
Milwaukee Bucks vs LA Clippers: Preview, Predictions and Betting Tips
The Milwaukee Bucks will face the Los Angeles Clippers at Crypto.com Arena. The match will be broadcast on Bally Sports SoCal for home audiences and on Bally Sports WI for away audiences.
The match will not be broadcast on national television. For radio coverage, local audiences can listen to AM 570 KLAC or S:KWKW, while out-of-state audiences can listen on 620 AM/103.3 FM WTMJ.
Spread: Bucks +1.5 vs. Clippers -1.5
Money line: Bucks +101 against Clippers -119
Total above and below: Bucks O 221.5 vs. Clippers U 221.5
Milwaukee Bucks vs LA Clippers Game Preview
It’s good news for Bucks fans that Antetokounmpo, who has been dealing with knee issues, was listed as “probable” for the game. Despite being on a two-game losing streak, the Bucks face a tough challenge against the Clippers on the road.
The Clippers, with only Russell Westbrook remaining out, are looking to avenge their loss from earlier in the week. They enter the game with momentum, with James Harden posting a triple-double and George and Leonard putting up double-digit performances.
On the other hand, the Bucks have been inconsistent in their last two losses, including a recent defeat against the LA Lakers where Damian Lillard was blocked at the buzzer.
The Bucks put their 41-23 record on the line, while the 41-21 Clippers look to secure their position in the top half of the Western Conference playoff picture.
The Clippers may have the momentum, but in their last meeting, the Bucks managed to catch fire late in the game and hold off the Clippers, even without Antetokounmpo. The win marked their sixth straight victory, but they have since lost two straight games.
Unfortunately for the Bucks, three-time All-Star Khris Middleton remains sidelined with a sprained left ankle.
Milwaukee Bucks vs. LA Clippers starting lineups
Expect the Clippers to put Terance Mann and James Harden at the guard spots, with Kawhi Leonard and Paul George at power forward and Ivica Zubac at center.
For the Bucks, expect Damian Lillard and Patrick Beverley in the backcourt, Malik Beasley and Jae Crowder at forwards and Brook Lopez at center.
Milwaukee Bucks vs LA Clippers predictions
For the Bucks, Lillard should top his 34.5 points + assists + rebounds, while Brook Lopez should top his 10.5 points. These projections are promising, especially considering Lopez’s potential against Zubac, who might struggle to defend big players.
George should reach over 23.5 points and assists. He failed to reach the 20-point mark in his last outing, but with revenge on his mind against the Bucks, expect him to fuel the Clippers’ offense.
Milwaukee Bucks vs. LA Clippers: Prediction
This game should be close, but the Clippers could win this one because of their momentum. Barring poor performances from their key players, the Clippers’ firepower should be enough to defeat the Bucks, who have been inconsistent of late.
