The Atlanta Hawks travel to Milwaukee to face the Bucks at Fiserv Forum in a matchup of two Eastern Conference teams on winning streaks. Both squads are gearing up for the NBA Cup quarterfinals and will look to maintain their strong form. Atlanta sits at .500 with an 11-11 record, while Milwaukee is 11-9 and on a seven-game winning streak.
Milwaukee is coming off a dominant 128-107 win over Detroit on Tuesday night, solidifying their perfect 4-0 NBA Cup group stage record. Giannis Antetokounmpo led the way with 28 points on 10-for-11 shooting, while Damian Lillard added 27 points and five assists. Atlanta, meanwhile, earned a 124-112 victory over New Orleans on Monday, marking their fourth straight win. The Hawks’ depth was on full display, with seven players scoring in double figures.
This will be the first of four meetings between these teams this season. Milwaukee won two of three games last year, and both teams are looking to build momentum ahead of their respective NBA Cup quarterfinal matchups next week.
Atlanta Hawks
The Hawks have been balanced offensively, with eight players averaging double figures in scoring. Trae Young leads the team with 20.9 points and an NBA-best 12.2 assists per game. Jalen Johnson has been a breakout performer, contributing 20.0 points and 9.8 rebounds per game. Atlanta’s offense has been productive, but their consistency on the road remains a concern, with a 5-6 away record.
Atlanta’s bench has also stepped up, as De’Andre Hunter led the team with 22 points off the bench in their win over New Orleans. Head coach Quin Snyder has emphasized resilience and team effort, key factors in their recent success. The Hawks’ ability to maintain this momentum against a surging Bucks team will be critical.
Milwaukee Bucks
Milwaukee’s resurgence has been fueled by the dominance of Giannis Antetokounmpo, who leads the NBA with 32.7 points per game and adds 11.7 rebounds. Damian Lillard has also found his groove, averaging 7.6 assists and providing a reliable scoring option alongside Antetokounmpo. Brook Lopez anchors the defense with 2.4 blocks per game, adding to Milwaukee’s well-rounded attack.
The Bucks’ recent success has come despite injury concerns. Khris Middleton has yet to make his season debut, and MarJon Beauchamp is dealing with a hamstring injury. However, Milwaukee’s depth has shone through, as role players like Torrey Prince and AJ Jackson Jr. have stepped up in key moments.
Pick and Prediction
Both teams are playing well, but Milwaukee’s home-court advantage and recent form give them the edge. Atlanta’s depth and offensive balance should keep the game close, but the Bucks’ star power and defensive presence will likely prove decisive.
- Prediction: Milwaukee Bucks 121, Atlanta Hawks 115
