What happened: Atlanta plays at Milwaukee on Sunday night. The Hawks' next home game, Friday, Nov. 20 at State Farm Arena, is also their next NBA Cup game, against Charlotte.
Why it matters: The Bucks are 1-12 in 2026-27 through 13 games and lost 99-107 at Orlando on Friday. The Hornets are 4-8 through 12 games after a 96-101 loss at Phoenix on Thursday.
By the numbers: Bucks: 1-12, seed 15, nine straight losses. Hornets: 4-8, seed 11, one straight loss.
What to watch: Sunday's game in Milwaukee comes first, followed by the Cup game against Charlotte on Nov. 20.