Philadelphia 76ers vs Milwaukee Bucks is one of the four games scheduled on Friday, Nov. 20. This will be the first time that two of these Eastern Conference heavyweights will face one another this season, as both teams, and more particularly, the Bucks, saw a sharp decline in their position.
The Sixers have an 8-6 record in 14 games this season, and they have a 2-3 record in their last five games. With Joel Embiid compromised with his knee issue, and Paul George having played just one game this season with a similar injury, the 76ers' season mostly depends on Tyrese Maxey, who is having a career year.
In 14 games, he is averaging 31.9 points on 46.1% shooting from the field and 42.3% from the 3-point line. He is also recording 4.7 rebounds, 6.8 assists and 1.5 blocks per game.
On the other hand, the Milwaukee Bucks' season has been completely dependent on Giannis Antetokounmpo. The Greek Freak has been playing without a second star supporting him this season. In 13 games, he has averaged 31.2 points on 62.9% shooting from the field.
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However, Giannis played only 13 minutes in the Bucks' last game, against the Cleveland Cavaliers. He suffered a low-grade left groin strain and exited the game in the second quarter. The Bucks are 11th seed in the East with an 8-7 record.
Philadelphia 76ers vs Milwaukee Bucks Starting Lineups and Depth Charts Tonight (Nov. 20)
Philadelphia 76ers starting lineup and depth chart
The Philadelphia 76ers are expected to have all their biggest stars in the lineup for the game. Joel Embiid is questionable with a knee issue, while Paul George, who has played just one game this season, is probable with his knee issue. However, there is a big hope for both stars to start the game.
Adem Bona (ankle) and Kelly Oubre Jr. (knee) are both listed out on the injury report.
Milwaukee Bucks starting lineup and depth chart
Milwaukee Bucks' 2025-26 season took a bit with Giannis Antetokounmpo out with a groin injury. With the Bucks' superstar missing at least a week, and potentially two weeks before he is expected to make his return, the Bucks might have to push their talent to the edge to win games.
Perhaps the biggest tragedy for the Bucks is the absence of a second star player. Nobody comes even close to what Antetokounmpo brings to the table, and with him out of the lineup, the Sixers might be up for a cakewalk.
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