The Atlanta Hawks are desperate to end their five-game home losing streak, but they’ll have their hands full against a strong Milwaukee Bucks team. Atlanta has performed well against Eastern Conference teams, but defensive struggles have haunted them.

The Hawks allow 119.2 points per game, a stat they’ll need to fix against Milwaukee’s high-powered offence. However, his availability remains uncertain due to injury concerns.

Sitting near the top of the East, the Bucks have been solid defensively, ranking second in the league in defensive rebounds. Giannis Antetokounmpo, averaging nearly a double-double, continues to dominate, while Damian Lillard has stepped up in recent games.

Atlanta’s offence leans heavily on Trae Young, who is dishing out over 11 assists per game. However, recent struggles are evident, with the team winning just one of its last ten games.

In contrast, the Bucks have split their last ten, maintaining a solid scoring average. Injuries add another challenge for Atlanta, with key players like Capela and Bogdan Bogdanovic listed as day-to-day.