A preview of Sunday's game between the Philadelphia 76ers and Milwaukee Bucks.
The Philadelphia 76ers (44-37) are taking on the Milwaukee Bucks (32-39) in their regular season finale on Sunday night at 6 PM ET.
Philadelphia is coming off a much-needed victory over the Indiana Pacers, in which All-Star guard Tyrese Maxey led the charge with 32 points. Paul George, V.J. Edgecombe, and Kelly Oubre also had solid outings against Indiana. Prior to the win against the Pacers, the 76ers fell short in three consecutive contests.
Meanwhile, the Bucks have struggled as of late, losing eight of their last 11 matchups. They are, however, entering this game after a 17-point win versus the Brooklyn Nets.
Key Matchup:
V.J. Edgecombe vs. AJ Green
With so many rotational pieces out for Milwaukee, someone needs to step up for the Bucks. In their win against the Brooklyn Nets, that was Green, who finished with 35 points with 11 made three-pointers. Edgecombe is likely to be given this assignment, so preventing another huge night from the arc is crucial. Green is not seen as a strong defender, meaning Edgecombe could find a rhythm entering the postseason.
Injury Report:
76ers
Johni Broome: Out - Right Knee; Surgery Recovery
Joel Embiid: Out - Post Appendectomy; Surgery Recovery
Tyrese Maxey: Available - Right Finger; Tendon Strain - Splint
Bucks
Giannis Antetokounmpo: Out - Left Knee; Hyperextension; Bone Bruise
Gary Harris: Questionable - Right Groin; Tightness
Kyle Kuzma: Out - Right Achilles; Tendinopathy
Pete Nance: Questionable - Right Knee; Sprain
Kevin Porter Jr.: Out - Right Knee; Surgery
Bobby Portis: Out - Left Wrist; Sprain
Ryan Rollins: Out - Right Thumb; Sprain
Gary Trent Jr.: Out - Oblique Muscle; Strain (Internal)
Myles Turner: Out - Left Ankle; Sprain
How Each Team Can Emerge Victorious:
76ers
Shoot the ball at a much more efficient rate than against the Indiana Pacers while the stars maintain their level of play from that game.
Pacers
The Bucks likely aren't looking for a win, but a poor night from Tyrese Maxey could make things interesting.
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