What happened: The Milwaukee Bucks are scheduled to play their second NBA Cup game on Friday at 7 PM ET. Milwaukee enters the tournament matchup following a 123-112 defeat in their previous outing.
Why it matters: Milwaukee sits 15th in the Eastern Conference with a 1-11 record through 12 games in the 2026-27 season. Tournament pool play offers an opportunity to reverse course amidst an active eight-game slide.
By the numbers: Milwaukee Bucks: 1-11 record in 2026-27 through 12 games, 15th in the Eastern Conference on an eight-game losing streak.
What to watch: Tipoff is scheduled for 7 PM ET on Friday.