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Bucks Set to Swarm Hornets at Fiserv Forum Showdown

As the Milwaukee Bucks prepare to host the Charlotte Hornets at Fiserv Forum, fans should be brimming with confidence. The Bucks have been on a formidable run, and their upcoming game on February 10th is shaping up to be another showcase of their prowess.


CHARLOTTE, NC - NOVEMBER 17: Ish Smith #14 of the Charlotte Hornets brings the ball up court against the Milwaukee Bucks during the In-Season Tournament on November 17, 2023 at Spectrum Center in Charlotte, North Carolina. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement.  Mandatory Copyright Notice:  Copyright 2023 NBAE (Photo by Brock Williams-Smith/NBAE via Getty Images)

The last time the Bucks took to the court, they faced off against a tenacious New York Knicks team on Christmas Day. Despite an impressive offensive output that saw them rack up 122 points with a shooting efficiency of 54 percent from two-point range and 31 percent from beyond the arc, they fell short by seven points in a high-scoring affair. This minor setback was characterized by an uncharacteristic defensive rating of nearly 119 points per 100 possessions.


However, this loss seems more like an anomaly rather than a trend when considering their previous performance against the same Knicks team just two days prior. In that encounter, MIL dominated with a convincing victory margin of nineteen points and an even more impressive offensive rating of over 126 points per 100 possessions. Their three-point shooting was particularly lethal at fifty percent accuracy.


CHARLOTTE, NC - NOVEMBER 17: LaMelo Ball #1 of the Charlotte Hornets drives to the basket during the game against the Milwaukee Bucks during the In-Season Tournament on November 17, 2023 at Spectrum Center in Charlotte, North Carolina. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement.  Mandatory Copyright Notice:  Copyright 2023 NBAE (Photo by Brock Williams-Smith/NBAE via Getty Images)

The Bucks' resilience is further highlighted by their performance against Orlando Magic on December 22nd at home. They secured a win despite being outscored in fast-break points and second-chance opportunities. Their ability to grind out victories under adverse conditions speaks volumes about their mental toughness and adaptability.


Against CHA, expect MIL's offense to continue its potency; however, it's their defense that will likely dictate the game's outcome. The Hornets are not to be underestimated as they bring speed and agility which could challenge MIL's defensive schemes.


CHARLOTTE, NC - NOVEMBER 17: Bobby Portis #9 of the Milwaukee Bucks shoots the ball during the game against the Charlotte Hornets during the In-Season Tournament on November 17, 2023 at Spectrum Center in Charlotte, North Carolina. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2023 NBAE (Photo by Kent Smith/NBAE via Getty Images)

The key for Milwaukee will be controlling the paint where they've shown dominance in previous games – averaging over fifty paint points – while also tightening up perimeter defense to contain Charlotte’s shooters.


With Giannis Antetokounmpo leading from the front alongside Khris Middleton and Jrue Holiday providing support both offensively and defensively, there’s every reason for optimism among fans heading into this matchup.


Mark your calendars for February 10th as tip-off is scheduled for 7:00 PM local time (8:00 PM ET) at Fiserv Forum in Milwaukee. For those unable to attend in person, you can catch all the action live on BSWI or BSSE depending on your location.

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