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NBA releases Milwaukee Bucks' first-round schedule

The NBA has officially released the Milwaukee Bucks' first-round schedule.

Matthew Dugandzic

NBA releases Milwaukee Bucks' first-round schedule
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The Milwaukee Bucks eagerly await the winner of the Play-in game between the Miami Heat and the Chicago Bulls on Friday. Only then will they know who their opponent will be in the first round of the NBA playoffs. On Wednesday, the Bucks did receive some clarity when the league released its full postseason schedule, which includes Milwaukee's seven-game matchup against either Miami or Chicago.

Bucks' Playoff push begins on Sunday

The Bucks finished the regular season with a 58-24 record—good for the best record in the Eastern Conference. That means they will have a home court advantage in the first round and all throughout the Playoffs. After a week-long rest, the Bucks plunge into action on Game 1 against either the Heat or the Bulls on Sunday at the Fiserv Forum.

Game 2 will come three days later on April 19th, still at the Fiserv Forum, where they have a formidable 32-9 record.

Road Warriors

After another three-day break, the Bucks will travel to either Chicago or Miami for Games 3 and 4 on April 22nd and 24th. Milwaukee is just as lethal on the road as they have compiled a just-as-impressive 25-16 record away from home.

With the Bulls and the Heat set to battle it out for the final ticket to the Playoffs, the Bucks have the luxury of resting and also preparing their bodies and minds for the grind ahead. It's a welcome respite, especially with key wingmen Khris Middleton and Grayson Allen suffering injuries right before the end of the regular season.

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Matthew Dugandzic
MATTHEW DUGANDZIC

Matthew finished his bachelor's degree in Economics (Management) at the University of Split and got his master's degree in the same field at the University of Zadar. Whether it is playing the game as an undersized 6'3'' power forward or simply watching it, Matthew can't get enough of it. After all, he has been an avid NBA fan since the 2000s. But don't get him wrong, as Matthew still loves the old-school NBA and is a true student of the game. From on-court moments to off-court stuff, whether it's about the stars of modern-day basketball or legends of the game, Matthew covers every category of the NBA world and basketball in general, as long as it makes for an engaging and exciting story.