Thunder at Bucks preview: last meeting, odds, where to watch

The Bucks and Thunder are on the second leg of back-to-back games. Watch Mark Daigneault after last night's win.

Sunday, March 16th 2025, 11:32 am

By: News9


Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 48 points in Saturday's 113-107 win over Detroit. Twelve times this season SGA has put up 40 or more points in a game and has 61 straight games of at least 20 points. The Oklahoma City Thunder improved to 55-12 and hold a 12.5-game lead in the West.

Meanwhile, the Bucks now 38-28, their star Giannis Antetokounmpo had 34 points, 10 rebounds, and seven assists in Saturday's 126-119 win over the Pacers. Antetokounmpo is averaging 30.6 points, 12.1 rebounds, and 5.9 assists this season.

The Thunder have won 9 of their last 10 games, and despite missing Jalen Williams and Chet Holmgren in the win over Detroit.

Lineups

The Thunder announced after Saturday's win over the Pistons that Lou Dort experienced hip soreness and will be re-evaluated early Sunday, Nick Gallo of the Thunder's official site reports. A full injury report has not been released


Last Matchup

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander erupted for 34 points in just 22 minutes, leading the Oklahoma City Thunder to a dominant 125-96 victory over a shorthanded Milwaukee Bucks team on February 3rd.

The Bucks were missing key players—Giannis Antetokounmpo, Damian Lillard, Brook Lopez, and Khris Middleton. Gilgeous-Alexander had 21 points on 9-for-11 shooting in the first quarter, helping the Thunder build a 39-22 lead. He finished the first half with 30 points, and Oklahoma City led 78-44 at halftime. He exited the game with the Thunder ahead 96-54 and 6:17 left.

Ousmane Dieng added 21 points and seven rebounds, while Isaiah Joe chipped in 18 points. Jalen Williams missed the game with a sprained right wrist.

Looking Ahead

Thunder will enjoy a few days rest before hosting the 76ers on Wednesday night after a difficult stretch of their schedule.

Game Info

March 16, 2025, 8:00

Fiserv Forum, Milwaukee

Watch: ESPN, FanDuel Sports Oklahoma

Odds

Thunder are listed as 4 point favorites via FanDuel


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