NBA 2021 Live: Rockets vs Bucks Preview, Team News, Predicted Line-Ups and HOU vs MIL Dream11 Prediction.
The defending champion Milwaukee Bucks will visit the Smoothie King Center on Friday to take on the Rockets for a 2021-22 NBA season game.
Where to watch Rockets vs Bucks game?
The last time Houston faced a healthy Rockets club, they stopped a 15-game losing run. With a win over the short-handed Detroit Pistons, the young Rockets got their road trip off to a strong start. The Bucks are eager to resume their season after having their last two games delayed. Each NBA franchise has its own point of view.
You can watch the game on the NBA App if you have an NBA League Pass membership, and it will also be aired nationally on TNT. Let’s go through the most current team news as well as our Dream11 predictions for the Houston Rockets vs. Bucks clash.
Team news and injuries
Jalen Green (left hamstring strain) and Kevin Porter Jr. (left thigh contusion) are both listed as out for the Rockets. Both, though, plan to return within the following week. Armoni Brooks (left ankle sprain) is doubtful after missing Saturday’s game.
Giannis Antetokounmpo, Bobby Portis, Donte DiVincenzo, and Wesley Matthews have been ruled out of the Milwaukee Bucks game due to the league’s health and safety protocols. Brook Lopez and Semi Ojeleye will also be sidelined as they recover from long-term injuries. To make matters worse, the Bucks have listed Khris Middleton as probable, while Thanasis Antetokounmpo is listed as doubtful for the game against the Pels.
Rockets vs Bucks preview
The Milwaukee Bucks face an uphill battle in the coming week as they prepare to play without several stars, including Giannis Antetokounmpo. Khris Middleton was also out of their last game due to a knee injury. In the absence of Antetokounmpo and Middleton, Jrue Holiday led the Pacers with 26 points and 14 rebounds. The Bucks won their 19th game of the season with a 21-0 run in the fourth quarter.
The Houston Rockets have returned to earth after stunning the whole NBA with a seven-game winning streak. They are only 2-4 in their past six games, but they are playing better basketball than they were earlier in the season. For the Houston Rockets to regain their winning ways, they must reduce their turnovers once more. They were able to limit their mistakes throughout their winning streak, but they have reverted to their old ways.
Rockets vs Bucks Head to Head record
The Bucks have won eight straight games against the Rockets including one game on 7th Dec this season. This will be a tough matchup for the Bucks as their start Giannis and Middleton will be missing the game.
Rockets vs Bucks Predicted Lineups
Houston Rockets
G – Eric Gordon | G – Josh Christopher | F – Garrison Matthews | F – Jae’Sean Tate | C – Christian Wood
Milwaukee Bucks
Point Guard – Jrue Holiday; Shooting Guard – Grayson Allen; Small Forward – Pat Connaughton; Power Forward – Jordan Nwora; Center – Sandro Mamukelashvilli.
Rockets vs Bucks Dream11 Team
Point Guard – J. Holiday, Eric Gordon
Shooting Guard – Josh Christopher
Small Forward – P. Connaughton,
Power Forward – J. Nwora,
Center – Christian Wood
Disclaimer: The aforementioned Dream11 team and prediction are based on our own research and analysis. We do not guarantee any success on the selection of these players in your team.
