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Can the Toronto Raptors Upset the Milwaukee Bucks at Fiserv Forum?

As the Toronto Raptors prepare to face off against the Milwaukee Bucks at Fiserv Forum, fans are left wondering if their team can pull off an upset. The Raptors' recent performance has been less than stellar, with a significant loss to the New York Knicks on March 27th, where they were outscored 145-101. This defeat highlighted several areas of concern for the team, particularly in defense and ball control.


TORONTO, CANADA - NOVEMBER 15:  Damian Lillard #0 of the Milwaukee Bucks drives to the basket as Dennis Schroder #17 of the Toronto Raptors plays defense during the game on November 15, 2023 at the Scotiabank Arena in Toronto, Ontario, Canada.  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 Vaughn Ridley/NBAE via Getty Images)

The Knicks dominated every quarter, showcasing a high offensive efficiency rating of 149 compared to Toronto's 104. The Raptors struggled with turnovers as well, giving up possession 18 times which led to 34 points for New York. Despite shooting a respectable 46 percent from the field and an impressive 92 percent from the free-throw line, it wasn't enough to counteract their defensive shortcomings.


In another recent game against Brooklyn Nets on March 25th, TOR showed some promise defensively but still fell short with a final score of 96-88 in favor of Brooklyn. The Raps managed to steal the ball ten times and had better control over turnovers with only ten lost possessions. However, their three-point shooting was abysmal at just 18 percent success rate which significantly hindered their scoring potential.


TORONTO, CANADA - NOVEMBER 15: Thanasis Antetokounmpo #43 of the Milwaukee Bucks warms up before the game against the Toronto Raptors on November 15, 2023 at the Scotiabank Arena in Toronto, Ontario, Canada.  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 Jordan Jones/NBAE via Getty Images)

Looking back further to March 24th against Washington Wizards provides a glimmer of hope for Raptor fans. Although they lost that game too by just three points (112-109), there were positive takeaways such as scoring efficiency inside paint where they shot over sixty percent and fast break points totaling seventeen thanks to an eighty percent conversion rate on fast breaks.


The upcoming challenge against MIL will not be easy by any means; however, if TOR can capitalize on their strengths like paint scoring and fast breaks while tightening up defense and reducing turnovers they may stand a chance at causing an upset away from home.


TORONTO, CANADA - NOVEMBER 15:  Khris Middleton #22 of the Milwaukee Bucks drives to the basket during the game during the game against the Toronto Raptors on November 15, 2023 at the Scotiabank Arena in Toronto, Ontario, Canada.  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 Vaughn Ridley/NBAE via Getty Images)

With all eyes set on April 5th at Fiserv Forum in Milwaukee where tip-off is scheduled for eight o'clock Central Time (CT), fans can catch all action live either through WMLW or SportsNet networks depending upon preference or location accessibilities.

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