Cavs vs. Bucks: Wednesday Showdown Preview, Odds, Injury Updates, and TV Info
Cleveland Cavaliers will face the Milwaukee Bucks on Wednesday at the Fiserv Forum. This matchup comes after the Cavs’ recent victory against the New York Knicks. Currently, the Cavs hold a record of 37 wins and 22 losses, while the Bucks are at 25 wins and 31 losses.
Matchup Overview
This will be the third of four regular-season meetings between these two teams. The Cavs have a point spread of minus-3.5 and an over/under set at 221.5. The game is scheduled for 8:00 p.m. ET, and fans can catch it on the FanDuel Sports Network in Ohio.
Injury Updates
Injuries will play a significant role in this game. The Cavaliers will be without key players:
- Donovan Mitchell (right groin; strain)
- Evan Mobley (left calf; injury maintenance)
- Max Strus (left foot; Jones fracture surgery)
- Darius Brown (G League – Two-Way)
- Tristan Enaruna (G League – Two-Way)
- Riley Minix (G League – Two-Way)
For the Bucks, Giannis Antetokounmpo is out with a right calf strain, along with Taurean Prince (neck; surgery) and Alex Antetokounmpo (G League – Two-Way).
Strategic Considerations
The absence of Giannis will impact the Bucks’ play style. The Cavaliers need to strengthen their perimeter defense, especially against the Bucks, who boast the second-best 3-point shooting percentage in the NBA at 39.1%.
The Cavs may rely more on players like Dennis Schröder, Keon Ellis, and Jaylon Tyson to manage the quicker matchups. Additionally, coach Kenny Atkinson might use Dean Wade as a small-ball center to deal with the size and shooting ability of Myles Turner.
Looking Ahead
As the season progresses, the Cavaliers must continue to evaluate their performance. This game against the Bucks will serve as a valuable test. It will reveal not only their ability to adapt under pressure but also the areas needing improvement as they head toward the postseason.
