Can the Bucks Outshine the Knicks at Madison Square Garden?
As the Milwaukee Bucks prepare to face off against the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden on Christmas Day, fans are eager to see if their team can continue their dominant performance. The Bucks come into this game with an impressive record of 22 wins and only 7 losses, showcasing a team that has been firing on all cylinders.
In their last encounter with the Knicks on December 23rd, Milwaukee emerged victorious with a commanding score of 130-111. The Bucks' offense was nothing short of spectacular, shooting an effective field goal percentage of 62 percent and hitting half of their three-point attempts. Their ability to spread the floor and convert from beyond the arc could once again be a deciding factor in this upcoming match.
The defense also played a key role in that win, holding New York to just 44 percent shooting from the field. With only two blocks but forcing multiple turnovers leading to fast-break opportunities, Milwaukee's defensive strategy seemed focused on transition play rather than rim protection—a tactic that paid dividends as they scored 22 fast-break points.
Milwaukee's bench contributed significantly as well, adding 39 points to help seal their victory. This depth is something that could trouble New York again as they look for ways to contain not just the starters but also Milwaukee's impactful reserves.
On the other side, despite losing by a significant margin last time out, it would be unwise for anyone to count out New York entirely. They shot an impressive free throw percentage of 95 percent in their previous meeting and had better efficiency in second-chance points thanks largely due to offensive rebounding efforts.
However, it is clear that for New York to stand any chance against this high-powered Milwaukee team led by stars like Giannis Antetokounmpo and Khris Middleton (not mentioned in data but assumed based on current roster), they will need more than just efficient free-throw shooting—they'll need increased defensive intensity and better perimeter defense against Milwaukee’s sharpshooters.
With both teams having had two days rest since their last clash and considering how convincingly MIL handled NYK recently at Madison Square Garden itself—the same venue where they will meet again—it seems likely that we may witness another strong showing from Milwaukee.
Fans should mark their calendars for December 25th when these two teams go head-to-head once more at Madison Square Garden. Tip-off is scheduled for 11:00 AM Central Time (12:00 PM Eastern Time). For those unable or unwilling to brave what might be chilly conditions outside or travel during holiday season—fear not! You can catch all action live nationally on ESPN channel number 206.