Warriors Look to Maintain Momentum Against Struggling Bucks

MILWAUKEE, Wis. — The Milwaukee Bucks will host the Golden State Warriors on Monday, February 10, 2025, at 8 p.m. ET at Fiserv Forum. The game holds significance as both teams are aiming for playoff positioning in their respective conferences.

The Bucks enter the matchup with a record of 27-23, currently occupying the fifth spot in the Eastern Conference. Meanwhile, the Warriors are slightly behind at 26-26, sitting in the 11th position in the Western Conference. Milwaukee is looking to bounce back after suffering a narrow defeat to the Atlanta Hawks, 115-110, marking their fifth loss in the last six games.

In the Bucks’ recent game, Bobby Portis delivered a strong performance, posting his second consecutive double-double with 20 points and 14 rebounds. Damian Lillard also contributed significantly, scoring 23 points and recording a double-double with 10 assists. Lillard’s scoring streak has been impressive, as he has averaged over 24 points in seven of his last ten games.

The Bucks are grappling with the absence of their star forward, Giannis Antetokounmpo, leading to challenges in their scoring efficiency. Head coach Mike Budenholzer is hopeful that new addition Kyle Kuzma can become a valuable asset as he integrates into the team’s strategies. Kuzma scored 12 points in his debut against the Hawks.

On the other hand, the Warriors recently secured a resounding victory against the Chicago Bulls after struggling in their previous two games against the Los Angeles Lakers and the Utah Jazz. In that matchup, Jimmy Butler made his debut for Golden State, partnering with seasoned guard Stephen Curry, with both players combining for 59 points. Butler scored 25 points, and Curry led the way with 34 points.

The Warriors are optimistic about their offensive performance and are gearing up for a strong showing in Milwaukee. However, they will need to navigate the absence of Jonathan Kuminga, who is sidelined with an ankle injury, as they look to capitalize on the momentum from their recent win.

With the playoff race intensifying, both teams are vying for improvements in their performance as they approach the second half of the season. The Bucks’ struggles in recent games put them under pressure to regain their winning form, while the Warriors are aiming to establish consistency as they chase a better seeding in the playoffs.

As the first meeting between these teams this season, the stakes are high. In their last five encounters, the Warriors lead the series with three wins to two. According to consensus odds, the Warriors are 6.5-point favorites, and the over/under for total points scored is set at 231.5.