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The Grizzlies have a 40-24 lead over the Bucks in the first quarter

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The Grizzlies have a 40-24 lead over the Bucks in the first quarter

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MEMPHIS – The Milwaukee Bucks (1-3) look to end their three-game losing streak tonight in Memphis at FedExForum by taking on the similarly struggling Grizzlies (2-3), who are coming off two straight losses.

The Grizzlies held a 40-24 lead over the Bucks in the first quarter, thanks in large part to a 19-1 run that left the Bucks about three minutes between baskets. Milwaukee was just 1 for 8 from behind the three-point line in the frame. Memphis guards Ja Morant and Scotty Pippen Jr. combined for 23 points.

What channel is the Bucks game on?

The game, which begins at 7:00 p.m. CT, will air locally on FanDuel Sports Network Wisconsin with Lisa Byington, Marques Johnson and Melanie Ricks.

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Is Giannis playing?

Yes. The MVP candidate has likely been suffering from tendinitis in his right kneecap since the start of the season.

Bucks starter

  • Guards: Damian Lillard, Gary Trent Jr.
  • Forwards: Giannis Antetokounmpo, Taurean Prince
  • Center: Brook Lopez

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  • Khris Middleton is out (surgery on both ankles)
  • Giannis Antetokounmpo, probable (right patella tendinitis)

Grizzlies injury report

Memphis has Ja Morant healthy again, but he's one of the few for the home team playing for the second night in a row.

  • Desmond Bane, out (right slash)
  • Marcus Smart is out (right ankle sprain)
  • Luke Kennard is out (strained left foot)
  • GG Jackson, failed (right fifth metatarsal repair)
  • Vince Williams is out (left shin stress reaction)
  • Cam Spencer is out (right ankle sprain)
  • John Konchar, questionable (right quadriceps bruise)

Bucks vs. Grizzlies odds, over/under

Milwaukee is a 6.5-point favorite over Memphis and the over/under is 227.5 points.

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