What To Expect In Final Cleveland Cavaliers-Milwaukee Bucks Matchup

Cleveland looks to split its season series against Milwaukee with a victory tonight.

Two nights ago, the Cleveland Cavaliers had their eight-game winning streak snapped in a road loss to the Milwaukee Bucks.

Tonight, the two teams will face off in Milwaukee for the second consecutive game.

Here are four things to expect in the fourth and final regular-season matchup of the season between the Cavaliers and Bucks.

1. Cleveland Looking to Split the Series

So far, Milwaukee leads the season series between these teams 2-1.

The Bucks won games on December 29 and Wednesday night, while Cleveland defeated Milwaukee on January 17.

2. More Merrill Magic

Over the Wine and Gold’s last three games, Sam Merrill ranks third in the NBA in three-pointers made (5.7), and tied for second in three-pointers attempted (12.0) per game.

In the Wine and Gold’s last contest, the 27-year-old shot 4-for-9 (44.4%) from deep off the bench, scoring all 12 of his points and attempting all of his shots from behind the arc.

Jan 17, 2024; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers guard Sam Merrill (5) drives to the basket against Milwaukee Bucks guard Malik Beasley (5) during the first half at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse / © Ken Blaze-USA TODAY Sports

3. A Productive Bucks All-Star Duo

Milwaukee’s Giannis Antetokounmpo and Damian Lillard, who were both named 2024 NBA All-Star starters yesterday, have averaged a combined 59.8 points per game against the Cavaliers this season.

On Wednesday night, Antetokounmpo recorded 35 points, 18 rebounds, 10 assists, and two blocks, while Lillard racked up 28 points, four assists, and two steals.

4. Tough Opposing Territory

The Bucks’ 20-4 home record is the second-best home record in the NBA.

They have won each of their last four home contests, with their last home loss coming on January 8 against the Utah Jazz.