The Chicago Bulls and Milwaukee Bucks are set to clash for the last time in the regular season, with the Bucks holding a 2-1 edge in their series. As the game approaches, both teams face significant injury challenges that could impact their performances.
The Bulls have a lengthy injury report featuring eight players. Notably, Lonzo Ball is questionable due to an illness, while Josh Giddey is also questionable with a right ankle sprain. Matas Buzelis is dealing with an illness, and Ayo Dosunmu is doubtful because of a right soleus strain. E.J. Liddell and Adama Sanogo are both sidelined due to their two-way contracts. Jalen Smith is probable, recovering from left ankle soreness, and DJ Steward is out as he is not with the team.
On the other side, the Bucks are contending with their own injury woes, listing seven players. Superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo is questionable due to a non-covid illness, while Damian Lillard is similarly questionable for the same reason. Khris Middleton appears to be on the mend, listed as probable with a bilateral ankle injury. Andre Jackson Jr. is also probable with a right ankle sprain. However, AJ Johnson, Chris Livingston, and Tyler Smith are all out due to various reasons, including G League assignments.
With both teams grappling with injuries, the matchup promises to be intriguing as they prepare to meet at 8:00 p.m. EST tonight, with playoff implications looming large.
