The Milwaukee Bucks seem to be on a minor freefall of late, dropping three games in a row at a crucial time. Milwaukee still holds down the No. 4 spot in the Eastern Conference standings but the team does need to get back on track.

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Following this recent skid, the Bucks have fallen down in the new power rankings by ESPN. Milwaukee now sits in the No. 10 spot on the ESPN rankings by the NBA staff.

“Health may be the most crucial factor for Milwaukee’s championship hopes over the final month of the season. Injuries to star Giannis Antetokounmpo have derailed the past two postseasons for the Bucks, but Antetokounmpo told ESPN his body feels fresher at this point, thanks to his commitment to shooting more midrange shots. By cutting down on drives to the basket and reducing contact on a nightly basis, Antetokounmpo hopes to give a healthy Bucks team — which has been finding its stride since the All-Star break — a shot at a long playoff run.”

Milwaukee is also about to embark on a brutal stretch of games, with matchups against the Los Angeles Lakers, Oklahoma City Thunder, Indiana Pacers, and Golden State Warriors upcoming. This is where the Bucks could sink or swim as they try to position themselves well for the playoffs.

This Bucks team has all the talent to be successful in the league but the inconsistency from them has been concerning. At times, they look like one of the best teams in the NBA while at other times they seem to forget how good they can be.

Milwaukee doesn’t have much time left to establish themselves in the East before the postseason starts and they could be in some trouble. But with their star power, the Bucks will always have a chance in games if they can flip the switch on both sides of the ball.

It’s put up or shut up time for the Bucks as the playoffs quickly approach.

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In a game where the Milwaukee Bucks came back from down 10 in the last quarter against the Indiana Pacers, they lose 114-115 on a four-point play from Tyrese Haliburton. Yup. Brook Lopez led the Bucks with 23 points and seven rebounds, while Pascal Siakam led the Pacers with 25 points, 12 rebounds, and five assists.

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Game Recap

Neither team had any interest in playing defence early, with the Bucks leading 15-14 less than six minutes in and both squads making a fair few defensive errors. Prince was hot early for the Bucks, going 3/4 from distance to start. However, some silly live-ball turnovers had the Bucks down 28-32 after one.

The Bucks started the second quarter in a malaise. Continuous basic defensive errors killed them early on: two Bucks going with one Pacer running down the lane while Mathurin got a wide-open wing three being the best example. And as the teams came out of the timeout, another turnover inbounding the basketball! Brilliant. Thankfully, the Bucks then made a point of moving the ball and answered with their own 12-0 run to take a one-point lead with 4:26 left in the frame, including a Brook Lopez five-point cameo. Pacers up 57-55 at half, leading fast-break points 19-3.

Dame was lively early in the third with five quick points (after scoring just two in the first half) along with a nice dime to Giannis cutting down the lane. Both teams really went blow for blow for next five minutes or so with the margin remaining around three points in either team’s favour. The non-Giannis lineup did decently to tread water over the final five minutes, game tied at 88 after three.

Pascal Siakam powered the Pacers to a 10-point lead early in the fourth quarter as Giannis remained on the bench. Giannis finally checked back in, and the lead was halved via two Lopez buckets with 7:24 remaining. Buckets from Lopez and Trent equalled the game at 103. A KPJ turnover led to the Haliburton runout dun to give them a five-point lead, but the Bucks came back with two layups. Then TP had an awesome defensive possession on Tyrese, followed by GA kicking out to Trent for the deep-corner triple to put Milwaukee up 112-110 with just over a minute left. Nembhard took two threes on one possession and missed both, but the Bucks couldn’t make their own three down the other end. Then, Nembhard drove to the hoop and got fouled but made only one. Bucks ball with 6.8 seconds to go, Dame got fouled and made both. Indy timeout with 3.9 seconds remaining. And of course… the unimaginable happened. Giannis fouled Tyrese Haliburton on a corner three. Just unimaginably stupid basketball. Pacers win.

Stat That Stood Out

Milwaukee got destroyed in fast-break points, losing 3-31. No, that is not a typo.

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Giannis Antetokounmpo’s injury status has become a focal point for the Milwaukee Bucks as they prepare to face the Indiana Pacers on Tuesday, March 11, at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. The Bucks’ superstar is listed as probable with a calf injury, raising questions about his availability and potential impact on the court. Antetokounmpo, who leads the team with 30.9 points per game (second in the NBA) and 12 rebounds per game (sixth in the league), is a critical piece for Milwaukee’s success.

Is Giannis Antetokounmpo playing tonight? Milwaukee Bucks injury report for tonight’s game against the Indiana Pacers (March 11, 2025)

Giannis Antetokounmpo might be absent from tonight’s game as he is listed as GTD on the team’s injury report. The MilwaukeeBucks’ injury report includes four other players: Pete Nance (questionable, ankle), Damian Lillard (probable, groin), Pat Connaughton (questionable, calf), and Chris Livingston (out, illness). Lillard, the team’s second-leading scorer, is also a key player to watch, averaging 22.1 points and hitting 3.5 three-pointers per game, fifth-best in the NBA. His probable status offers some reassurance, but the Bucks’ depth will be tested if multiple players are sidelined.

Bucks injury report March 11 (Image via NBA)

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Milwaukee enters the game with a 36-27 record, holding a +133 scoring differential and ranking 13th in the league with 114.6 points per game. However, their rebounding struggles, losing the battle by 1.2 boards on average, could be exacerbated if Giannis Antetokounmpo is limited or unavailable. The two-time MVP’s presence is vital not only for scoring but also for anchoring the team’s defense and facilitating ball movement.

Indiana Pacers’ injury report for tonight’s game against the Milwaukee Bucks (March 11, 2025)

On the Pacers’ side, Tyrese Haliburton is listed as day-to-day with a hip injury, adding another layer of uncertainty to the matchup. Haliburton, Indiana’s most prolific three-point shooter, averages 17.1 points and 7.8 assists per game. His potential absence would be a significant blow to the Pacers, who are already without Isaiah Jackson (out for the season, calf).

When and where to watch the Milwaukee Bucks play tonight against the Indiana Pacers (March 11, 2025)?

The game, scheduled for 7:30 p.m. ET, will be broadcast on TNT, truTV, and MAX, with live streaming available on Max. Fans can also catch the action on Fubo, a streaming service offering live sports and on-demand content.
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As the Bucks and Pacers battle for playoff positioning, all eyes will be on Antetokounmpo’s status. His ability to play through the calf injury could determine the outcome of this crucial Eastern Conference showdown.