The defense of the Bucks showed its resilience in a game, where it needs to. Giannis, the main man-made 27 points and 16 rebounds, with a 10 for 19 field goal. The turnovers were at a high of 21 in the game, but the three pointers saved the day with a rate of 26.3 %. Brook Lopez was crucial too, with 27 points and 16 rebounds and two blocks. Even Bucks coach Mike Budenholzer was pretty impressed with the turnout from Brook, as he hailed his game on both sides of the court. Later we will discuss the Bucks vs Bulls Match Prediction and much more.
Nikola Vucevic was the main man for the Bulls, with 24 points on 27 shots and 17 rebounds. Lopez was responsible for taking control and advantage of the slow start of the game, responsible for making crucial 3-pointers. Even though it can be argued Zach LaVine was a lot hesitant when it came to conversion. He had quite a few flashes of beauty, with one of the most excellent fadeaways from the baseline. The American player needs to grow confident of himself as the series wears on.
Milwaukee Bucks Match Preview
Lopez is and will continue to be of huge part in starting quick in the game. Milwaukee Bucks’ sloppiness cost the team what could have been a rout. Bucks should perhaps look to turn the game into a fast paced affair instead of dragging it out casually. His presence in the upcoming game will give the coach Budenholzer confidence to be cautious with Giannis and prevent injury, in what will be, if they survive a very harrowing run of schedule.
Chicago Bulls Match Preview
The Bulls will have to be wary again of the battle tested Bucks side. Even when the game gets gritty, and they are pushed to play a very ugly game, Bucks somehow manage to survive the affair. Billy Donovan will be asking for faster transition and not give away too much foul. Vucevic and DeRozan will continue to lead the charts again, along with LaVine. Zach LaVine needs to grow more confident and be ready to grab hold of the game, if they are to have any chance of taking the game away from Buck’s hands.
Best Picks
Giannis Antetokounmpo
The “Greak Freek” was yet again front and center of the team. But he needs to bring the game into a little bit higher level if he wants to finish the series in a much comfortable manner. He might look a little bit rusty, but once he goes supernova there’s no stopping him.
Brook Lopez:
With a near perfect game, he was the highlight of game 1. His persistence on staying in the court and continuing to take points and providing a concreteness in the defence was crucial in staving off Bulls’ rampage.
Nikola Vucevic:
If there is one man to ally on pulling off a giant killing in the first round of play offs, then Vucevic might be it. In a game, where the sloppiness was the main concern Vucevic’s performance stood out.
Match Details:
Fixture: Milwaukee Bucks vs Chicago Bulls | Game 1
Host: Chicago Bulls
Date & Time: 20 April, 9:30 pm (US Time)
Venue: United Center
Milwaukee Bucks vs Chicago Bulls Predicted Lineup:
Milwaukee Bucks: Jrue Holiday (PG), Grayson Allen (PG), Khris Middleton (SF), Giannis Antetokounmpo (PF), Brook Lopez (C)
Chicago Bulls: Alex Caruso (PG), Zach LaVine (SG), DeMar DeRozan (SF), Patrick Williams (PF), Nikola Vucevic(C)
Milwaukee Bucks vs Chicago Bulls Betting Odds & Spreads:
Bucks have an odd of (-135) to win the game and Bulls have (+120).
Milwaukee Bucks vs Chicago Bulls Head to Head Stats:
The head to head is pretty even, with the Bulls having won 132 times and the Bucks having won 127 times. Bulls have lost all four regular season games to Bucks this season.
Milwaukee Bucks vs Chicago Bulls | Match Prediction:
It is a great chance to show or expose the weakness of the Bucks side and Bulls most probably will surely expose. But they have to be more assured and lethal if they want to advance. Bucks on their day, can be pretty unstoppable. Bucks will breeze through the next game.
Live Streaming: Where to Watch Milwaukee Bucks vs Chicago Bulls Match?
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