The Milwaukee Bucks and Philadelphia 76ers are struggling in the early NBA season, with a combined 7-20 record, far from their expected dominance in the Eastern Conference.
Key players like Giannis Antetokounmpo and Damian Lillard have faced challenges, and injuries have compounded issues for both teams. The Bucks narrowly escaped defeat against the Houston Rockets, while the 76ers are at the bottom of the conference after a disappointing loss to the Miami Heat.
Coaches Nick Nurse and Adrian Griffin are under pressure as their teams grapple with performance issues and injuries, leaving fans questioning their playoff aspirations.