Bucks Face Shorthanded Hornets in Queen City Showdown
It’s game night in Charlotte, and the Hornets are gearing up for a tough test against the Milwaukee Bucks. The energy around this matchup is high, even though the Hornets come into the game on a three-game losing streak. For Charlotte fans, tonight feels like another chance to hit reset and maybe turn things around at home — but they’ll be facing a Milwaukee squad that doesn’t go easy on anyone, even without its biggest star.
Now, let’s get to the big news — Giannis Antetokounmpo has officially been ruled out. That’s obviously a huge loss for the Bucks, considering how dominant he is on both ends of the floor. But here’s the thing: even without Giannis, Milwaukee remains a serious threat. They’ve got depth, experience, and a system that works — which is why most analysts still lean toward the Bucks as favorites.
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Schuyler Callihan predicted a 118–108 win for Milwaukee, pointing out that Charlotte’s defense continues to be a weak spot. He believes that even without Giannis, the Hornets simply don’t have the defensive consistency or offensive firepower to pull this one off. Colin Keane agreed, calling this game a “valuable learning experience” for Charlotte’s young core, especially rookies like Kon Knueppel, who’s been looking more confident by the game. He predicted a tighter finish — Bucks 110, Hornets 104 — but still sees Milwaukee edging out the win.
Zach Roberts echoed that sentiment with another Bucks victory forecast, 119–108, noting that Charlotte’s injuries are piling up. With LaMelo Ball sidelined and players like Brandon Miller, Collin Sexton, and Josh Green all out, the Hornets are stretched thin. That lack of depth could easily tilt things in Milwaukee’s favor.
However, there’s still a bit of optimism in the mix. Matt Alquiza suggested a potential upset — yes, an actual Hornets win — if they can find a way to contain Milwaukee’s supporting cast. Albert Bottcher shared that hope, predicting a 115–108 Hornets victory, reasoning that with both Giannis and Taurean Prince out, Charlotte might finally catch a break.
It’s definitely an uphill climb for the Hornets, who sit at 3–7 and are desperate to avoid extending their losing streak. Meanwhile, the Bucks, at 7–4, are still settling into their rhythm early in the season. Tonight’s matchup might come down to who steps up in Giannis’ absence — and whether Charlotte can take advantage of it.
So, as tip-off approaches in the Queen City, one thing’s for sure — all eyes will be on how Charlotte responds under pressure. Can they finally snap their skid, or will Milwaukee’s depth once again prove too much to handle? We’re about to find out.
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