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Is Giannis Antetokounmpo Playing Tonight? Bucks vs Hornets Injury Report, Where to Watch NBA Cup & More (Nov. 14)

The Milwaukee Bucks host the Charlotte Hornets on Friday in an NBA Cup group-stage rematch, coming just two days after Charlotte’s surprising 111-100 win.

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Bucks throw 2021 Finals shade at Suns on social media

The Milwaukee Bucks have been up and down to open up the 2025-26 NBA season, currently sitting at 7-5 ahead of Friday evening’s matchup against the Charlotte Hornets.

Doc Rivers News / Milwaukee Bucks on SI / November 14

Doc Rivers Calls Out Bucks For Key Weakness in Hornets Loss

A shorthanded Milwaukee Bucks team fell to the now 4-7 Charlotte Hornets 111-100 on Saturday. Missing star forward Giannis Antetokounmpo, the Bucks were outpaced through the entirety of the game, failing to take a lead after the 3:52 mark in the first quarter.

Zach Lowe News / WI Sports Heroics / November 14

Zach Lowe suggests Bucks could trade for Western Conference superstar

Although many players are being discussed, Anthony Davis is not the answer to the Milwaukee Bucks’ current challenges. Yet, on the latest episode of The

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The '2024-25 NBA scoring leaders by team' quiz

How many of the players to lead their teams in points-per-game in 2024-25 NBA season can you name in five minutes?

The 'Multi-time NBA MVPs' quiz

The 'Most triple-doubles in a season by NBA team' quiz

The 'Three-point leaders by NBA franchise' quiz

Milwaukee Bucks News / WI Sports Heroics / November 14

Bucks’ Jon Horst likely to think twice after Nico Harrison’s sacking

The Mavericks fired general manager Nico Harrison on Tuesday, a decision that could have implications for the Bucks. Harrison lost his job after trading superstar and consensus top-five talent Luka Dončić last season.

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The 25 most notable one-time NBA All-Stars

The all-time list of NBA All-Stars is obviously long, and notably distinguished. However, there are some players — for various reasons — who the casual, or even most-dedicated, NBA fans can't recall having earned All-Star nods.

Giannis Antetokounmpo News / WI Sports Heroics / November 13

Giannis Antetokounmpo’s absence opens door for historic night by rookie in Bucks-Hornets

Coming off a win over Cooper Flagg and the Dallas Mavericks on Monday, the Milwaukee Bucks looked to take care of business on Wednesday against the Charlotte Hornets on the road.

NBA News / WI Sports Heroics / November 13

Bucks share heartfelt postgame moment with Pat Connaughton after loss to Hornets

Without Giannis Antetokounmpo leading the charge, the Milwaukee Bucks fell prey to the Charlotte Hornets on the road on Wednesday, 111-100. Despite the loss, some Milwaukee players were seen having a happy moment following the game, and for a good reason — they saw their old friend back.

Milwaukee Bucks News / WI Sports Heroics / November 13

Young Bucks big learning from Giannis Antetokounmpo

The Milwaukee Bucks have consistently built their roster around versatile big men to complement Giannis Antetokounmpo, and Pete Nance knows he needs to follow that model if he wants to earn a bigger role.

Giannis Antetokounmpo News / WI Sports Heroics / November 13

Giannis Antetokounmpo-less Bucks outworked by Hornets

The Milwaukee Bucks struggled without Giannis Antetokounmpo on Wednesday night, falling 111-100 to the Charlotte Hornets at Spectrum Center. Milwaukee couldn’t find a consistent rhythm on offense, while Charlotte capitalized behind Miles Bridges’ 20 points and rookie Ryan Kalkbrenner’s perfect 8-for-8 shooting for 17 points.

NBA News / Field Level Media / November 14

Hornets, Bucks hope to have stars back for NBA Cup clash

Meeting for the second time in as many games, the Milwaukee Bucks host the Charlotte Hornets in a Group C matchup in NBA Cup play on Friday.

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The '30-point, 10-rebound NBA game leaders' quiz

Taurean Prince News / Hoops Rumors / November 13

Bucks' Taurean Prince out indefinitely after undergoing neck surgery

Bucks forward Taurean Prince underwent surgery in Los Angeles on Thursday to address the herniated disk in his neck, the team announced in a press release.

Milwaukee Bucks News / Hoops Wire / November 13

NBA Notes: Bucks, Giannis Antetokounmpo, Pacers, Lakers, Kobe Bufkin

Giannis Antetokounmpo missed Wednesday’s game in Charlotte with what the Bucks listed as patellar tendinopathy in his left knee, though coach Doc Rivers made it clear they were mostly protecting their superstar during a brutal stretch of the schedule.

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The 'Most TD catches by NFL tight ends' quiz

The '500 passing yard NFL games' quiz

The 'Most rushing TDs for each NFL team' quiz

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Giannis Antetokounmpo News / Athlon Sports / November 13

Giannis Antetokounmpo Announces Career News on Thursday

The Milwaukee Bucks and Giannis Antetokounmpo are off to a good start in the league. They have opened the season with a 7-5 record. Antetokounmpo has averaged 33.4 points (first in the league), 11.9 rebounds and 6.2 assists so far.

Doc Rivers News / Scoop B / November 13

Doc Rivers Honors Lenny Wilkens: ‘He Never Got His Due’ of Coaching Greatness

The recent passing of Hall of Fame coach Lenny Wilkens at age 88 has brought into focus the profound, decades-long impact of his career—and the coaching tree he influenced, most notably fellow former Atlanta Hawks figure, Doc Rivers.

Myles Turner News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 11

Why Bucks shouldn’t be worried about Myles Turner’s scoring

The Milwaukee Bucks surprised NBA fans this offseason by waiving and stretching future Hall of Fame point guard Damian Lillard. The move opened up the team’s financial situation enough to bring in center/forward Myles Turner from the Indiana Pacers, a move that received mixed reviews by basketball pundits at the time.

Taurean Prince News / Hoops Rumors / November 10

Bucks forward Taurean Prince out indefinitely with neck injury

Bucks reserve forward Taurean Prince has a herniated disc in his neck and is expected to miss a significant period of time, ESPN’s Shams Charania tweets.

Milwaukee Bucks News / Hoops Wire / November 9

Victor Oladipo joins Bucks’ G League affiliate in NBA comeback attempt

Veteran guard Victor Oladipo is headed to the G League with the Wisconsin Herd, the Bucks’ affiliate, per a team release. Jake Fischer of Yahoo Sports was first to note that Oladipo had entered the G League player pool after spending his fall playing preseason ball with Guangzhou of the CBA.

Victor Oladipo News / Hoops Rumors / November 9

Victor Oladipo joining Bucks' G League affiliate

Veteran guard Victor Oladipo will soon join the Bucks‘ G League affiliate, the Wisconsin Herd, according to Jamal Collier of ESPN (Twitter link). NBA insider Jake Fischer reported on Friday (via Twitter) that Oladipo had entered the NBAGL player pool after playing three preseason games this fall with the Guangzhou Loong Lions, a Chinese team.