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2024 Milwaukee Bucks Regular Season Overview

Next GameNext Game	04/19/2025 1:00 PM EST
Next OpponentNext Opponent	IND Indiana Pacers
Standing (Conference)Conference Rank	5th Eastern Conference
WinsWins	48
LossesLosses	34
PPGPoints Per Game	115.5
PPG AllowedPoints Per Game Allowed	113
RPGRebounds Per Game	43.4
APGAssists Per Game	25.5
Head CoachHead Coach	Doc Rivers

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Jericho Sims

MIL Center #00

1dOn Tuesday, Bucks head coach Doc Rivers said Jericho Sims (thumb) should be available for the team’s first-round series against the Pacers.

Sims suffered a torn ligament in his right thumb in mid-March, with the team giving him a four-week timeline after undergoing surgery. The reserve center participated in most of Tuesday’s practice, sparking optimism that he will be available. However, with Brook Lopez due to play most of the minutes and Bobby Portis back from his 25-game suspension, there won’t be many minutes available to Sims.

Damian Lillard

MIL Point Guard #0

1dESPN’s Shams Charania reports Damian Lillard (blood clot) will miss the start of the playoffs.

Lillard will miss the beginning of the Bucks’ first-round playoff series against the Pacers. The star guard hasn’t played in nearly a month but has made strides toward returning later on in the postseason.

Tyler Smith

MIL Power Forward #21

3dTyler Smith logged 30 minutes in Sunday’s win over the Pistons, scoring 20 points (6-of-9 FGs, 4-of-4 FTs), four rebounds, one steal, one block and four three-pointers.

With four of Milwaukee’s five starters ruled out for a season finale that had no impact on playoff seeding, Smith played extended minutes for the first time since early February. The rookie played very well, shooting 66.7 percent from the field and recording his first 20-point game. Smith has not been in the rotation this season, and that isn’t going to change during the playoffs. But give the rookie credit for staying ready for his moment, which presented itself on Sunday.

Kyle Kuzma

MIL Power Forward #18

3dKyle Kuzma played 12 minutes in Sunday’s win over the Pistons, amassing 22 points (8-of-10 FGs), two rebounds, two assists and five three-pointers.

Kuzma was the lone starter on the court for Sunday’s regular-season finale and did not get cheated as he went on a heater for a quarter. He was back in street clothes for the second half. While he’s had his moments since joining the Bucks at the February trade deadline, Kuzma has not been as impactful as some may have hoped. Milwaukee will need a player closer to the one they saw on Sunday if they’re to take down the Pacers in the first round.

Pat Connaughton

MIL Small Forward #24

3dPat Connaughton shot 16-of-29 from the field and 6-of-9 from the foul line in Sunday’s win over the Pistons, scoring 43 points with 11 rebounds, five assists, two steals and five three-pointers in 44 minutes.

Having been passed in the rotation by AJ Green (6/3/4 with two three-pointers in 19 minutes), one can argue that Connaughton desperately needed a day like Sunday, regardless of the strength of the two teams on the court. Not only did he establish a new career-high point total, but this was also his first game with at least 25 points. Connaughton shot over 50 percent from the field and was also productive in the rebound, assist and steals categories. His role in Milwaukee’s first-round series against the Pacers will likely be limited, but Sunday’s effort should boost Connaughton’s confidence.

Damian Lillard

MIL Point Guard #0

3dESPN’s Shams Charania reports Damian Lillard (blood clot) will be cleared to return at some point during the 2025 NBA Playoffs.

It’s unclear how soon Lillard will be cleared to return to the hardwood but an upcoming exam will determine his timetable. Kevin Porter Jr. is averaging 13.9 points, 4.9 rebounds, and 4.6 assists per game without the star point guard this season.

Jamaree Bouyea

MIL Point Guard #15

3dJamaree Bouyea, AJ Green, Pat Connaughton, Kyle Kuzma and Pete Nance will start Sunday’s game against the Pistons.

The Bucks are holding out Ryan Rollins, Taurean Prince, Giannis Antetokounmpo and Brook Lopez from Sunday’s regular-season finale, as their playoff seeding has been determined. Kuzma is the lone holdover, and it’s likely safe to assume that he will not play starters’ minutes. Green is the safest bet of the four replacements for fantasy managers in active leagues seeking streamers.

AJ Green

MIL Shooting Guard #20

3dAJ Green (shoulder) has been upgraded from out to active for Sunday’s game against the Pistons.

Green unexpectedly went from being ruled out to being available in less than an hour. The Bucks sharpshooter will likely play a prominent role on Sunday.

AJ Green

MIL Shooting Guard #20

3dAJ Green (shoulder) is out for Sunday’s game against the Pistons.

Green’s sprained right shoulder will sideline him for Sunday’s regular season finale. Given how many Bucks rotation players are inactive for a game that will not impact playoff seeding, Andre Jackson Jr. will merit consideration in active deep leagues.

Gary Trent Jr.

MIL Shooting Guard #5

3dGary Trent Jr. (knee) and Kevin Porter Jr. (wrist) are out against the Pistons on Sunday.

With Friday’s win over the Pistons, the Bucks secured the fifth seed in the East. They have nothing to play for in Sunday’s regular-season finale. Trent and Porter are among the key contributors who will not play, resting up for the start of the playoffs next weekend. Stanley Umude and Jamaree Bouyea should play rotation minutes on Sunday, and both are extremely risky plays in active fantasy leagues.

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