Milwaukee Bucks Face Injury Woes Heading into Pivotal Game 3 Against Indiana Pacers

The Milwaukee Bucks are facing significant injury concerns as they gear up for a crucial Game 3 matchup against the Indiana Pacers in the ongoing NBA playoffs. With key players Giannis Antetokounmpo and Khris Middleton dealing with ailments, the Bucks find themselves in a challenging position heading into the pivotal game.

The series between the Bucks and Pacers is finely poised at 1-1 after the teams split the first two games at Fiserv Forum. While the Pacers boast a strong home record with a 26-15 performance, the Bucks have struggled on the road with an 18-22 record during the regular season.

Giannis Antetokounmpo, nursing a calf injury, has been ruled out for Milwaukee, while Khris Middleton is questionable due to an ankle concern. The absence of Antetokounmpo and potential absence of Middleton could significantly impact the Bucks’ lineup and strategy for Game 3.

The matchup is set to take place at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indiana, with tipoff scheduled for 5:30 p.m. ET. The Pacers are currently 6.5-point favorites in the betting odds, highlighting the uncertainty surrounding the Bucks’ prospects in the absence of their key players.

Despite the challenges on the injury front, the Bucks will be looking towards standout players like Damian Lillard to step up and deliver in the absence of Antetokounmpo. Lillard, a prolific scorer, has been a key figure for Milwaukee, putting up impressive numbers in the postseason.

On the other hand, the Pacers will aim to capitalize on the Bucks’ injury woes and assert their dominance in Game 3. With a healthy roster and the home-court advantage, Indiana will look to seize the opportunity to take the lead in the series and exert pressure on the depleted Milwaukee lineup.