Game Time: Tuesday, February 3, 2026 at 7:30 PM ET
Location: Fiserv Forum, Milwaukee, WI
TV: ESPN, NBC Sports Chicago, Bally Sports Wisconsin
Spread: Bucks -8.5
Total: 234.5 points
Alright Bulls fans, let’s talk about what’s about to happen tonight, and it’s not going to be pretty.
We’re 24-26, on a FOUR-game losing streak, and heading to Milwaukee to face the 34-17 Bucks who are second in the Eastern Conference and have already beaten us twice this season.
Giannis Antetokounmpo and Damian Lillard are going to do Giannis and Damian Lillard things. We’re 8.5-point underdogs on the road. And Milwaukee is averaging 122.1 points per game, which is second in the entire NBA.
This has all the makings of a blowout loss where we’re down 20 in the third quarter and I’m checking my phone instead of watching.
But hey, we’re showing up. That’s… something.
Current Records: They’re Elite, We’re Below .500
Bulls: 24-26 (9th in East, on a 4-game losing streak)
Bucks: 34-17 (2nd in East, 7-3 in last 10 games)
The Bucks are 34-17. That’s eight games over .500 in the East. They’re legitimate championship contenders with two All-Stars in their prime.
We’re 24-26. Two games under .500. Ninth in the East. On a four-game losing streak. We’re not making the playoffs, and at this point, we’re just trying to avoid total embarrassment.
Oh, and Milwaukee has already beaten us twice this season. Convincingly. Like, “we weren’t even competitive” level beatings.
So yeah, this is going to be rough.
Why We’re 8.5-Point Underdogs (And Probably Losing By More)
1. Giannis Antetokounmpo Exists
Giannis is going to get his 30+ points and 12+ rebounds like he always does against us. We don’t have anyone who can guard him. Nobody does, really, but we’re especially bad at it.
He’s going to attack the rim, draw fouls, and make our defense look silly.
2. Damian Lillard Can Torch Us From Deep
Dame averages 25+ points per game and can hit threes from the parking lot. When he gets hot, the game is over.
If Lillard drops 6-7 threes on us, we’re done by halftime.
3. Milwaukee Averages 122.1 Points Per Game
One hundred and twenty-two point one. Second in the entire NBA. They score like it’s a video game on rookie mode.
We give up 117+ points per game. Do the math. They’re going to score 125+ on us.
4. We’re On A Four-Game Losing Streak
We can’t win right now. We’re making mistakes, we can’t close games, and our confidence is shot.
Milwaukee is 7-3 in their last 10. They’re rolling. We’re spiraling.
5. They’re Nearly Unbeatable At Home
The Bucks are dominant at Fiserv Forum. They feed off their crowd, they execute, and they rarely lose.
We’re terrible on the road (probably around .400 or worse). Playing in Milwaukee is a nightmare.
Can The Bulls Even Compete?
Let me try—TRY—to find reasons we don’t get absolutely destroyed:
1. Zach LaVine Can Get Hot
If Zach catches fire and drops 35+, we can at least keep this respectable. When Zach is in attack mode, he’s one of the most explosive scorers in the league.
The problem? That doesn’t happen consistently, especially on the road against elite teams.
2. DeMar DeRozan’s Mid-Range Game
DeMar can slow the game down with his mid-range mastery. If he gets in rhythm and controls possessions, we can at least keep the score manageable.
But DeMar getting 28 points on good efficiency won’t matter if Giannis and Dame combine for 60.
3. Nikola Vučević Can Control The Boards
Vooch is a solid rebounder who can keep us in games by limiting second-chance points. If he gets 12-14 rebounds, that’s a small victory.
But Brook Lopez is a great rim protector, so Vooch will have to work for everything.
4. Maybe Milwaukee Overlooks Us?
They’ve already beaten us twice. They’re second in the East and thinking about playoff seeding. Maybe—MAYBE—they come out flat thinking this is an easy win.
If we jump out 15-8 early and shock them, we might have 8 minutes of hope before reality sets in.
5. We’re Due For A Good Game… Right?
Four-game losing streak. We can’t lose forever, can we? Statistically, we’re due to play well eventually.
(This is desperate reasoning, I know.)
The Giannis Problem (Which We Can’t Solve)
Let’s be real: we cannot stop Giannis Antetokounmpo.
He’s 6’11”, runs like a guard, finishes at the rim like Shaq, and is one of the five best players on the planet.
Our game plan should be: don’t let Giannis score 45. If he gets 32-35, that’s… acceptable? Still a loss, but acceptable.
If Giannis goes for 45+ and 15 rebounds? We’re losing by 25.
The Key Matchups (That We’re Probably Losing)
Giannis Antetokounmpo vs… Everyone?
We don’t have anyone who can guard Giannis. We’ll throw different bodies at him, he’ll score on all of them, and we’ll move on with our lives.
Edge: Giannis by a mile.
Damian Lillard vs Coby White
Dame vs our starting guard. This should be fun (for Milwaukee fans).
If Dame gets hot early, this game is over. Coby is solid, but he’s not stopping a future Hall of Famer.
Edge: Dame, obviously.
DeMar DeRozan vs Khris Middleton
DeMar’s mid-range game vs Middleton’s two-way versatility. This is our best chance at a competitive individual matchup.
If DeMar can get 26-28 efficiently, we at least have something to build on.
Edge: Slight edge to DeMar on offense, but Middleton is better overall.
My Prediction: We Lose By Double Digits
Milwaukee is too good. They’re at home. We’re on a losing streak. They’ve already beaten us twice.
Final Score: Bucks 124, Bulls 112
We lose by 12, which means we don’t cover the 8.5-point spread. Giannis gets his 33/13. Dame hits 6 threes. We’re competitive for 2.5 quarters, then they pull away.
It’s a predictable road loss that nobody will remember in two days.
Betting Picks
Avoid: Bulls +8.5
I want to take the points, but we’re on a 4-game skid and they’ve dominated us twice already.
Lean: Over 234.5 ✓
Milwaukee scores 122 per game. We give up 117+. This probably goes over.
Avoid: Everything Else
Just stay away from this game. We’re not winning, and I’m not confident we cover.
Player Prop: Giannis Antetokounmpo Over 30.5 Points
He’s going to feast. Bet the over.
Keys To Not Getting Embarrassed
For the Bulls to keep it respectable:
- Zach and DeMar combine for 55+ points
- Limit Giannis to under 35 (good luck)
- Don’t let Dame hit 7+ threes
- Win the turnover battle
- Stay within 10 heading into the fourth quarter
What leads to a blowout:
- Giannis drops 40+
- Dame gets nuclear (8+ threes)
- We’re down 20 at halftime
- Our bench gets destroyed
- We turn the ball over 18+ times
The Honest Bulls Fan Take
This is going to suck. Milwaukee is way better than us. Giannis and Dame are elite. We’re on a four-game losing streak and can’t win on the road.
There’s no shame in losing to a championship contender on the road. But there IS shame in getting blown out by 25+ and looking like we don’t belong on the same court.
Can we win? No. Can we cover 8.5 points and keep it competitive? Maybe, if everything breaks right.
More likely? We lose by 12-15, don’t cover, and spend the plane ride home wondering when this season will end.
Bucks 124, Bulls 112. Another road loss. Another frustrating night. Another reminder we’re not good enough yet.
Go Bulls. Try not to get destroyed. Keep some dignity.
Game Info Summary
- When: Tuesday, February 3, 2026 at 7:30 PM ET
- Where: Fiserv Forum, Milwaukee, WI
- TV: ESPN, NBC Sports Chicago, Bally Sports Wisconsin
- Records: Bulls 24-26, Bucks 34-17
- Spread: Bucks -8.5
- Total: 234.5 points
Season series: Bucks lead 2-0 (both convincing wins)
Bucks’ dominance:
- 34-17 record (2nd in East)
- 122.1 PPG (2nd in NBA)
- Giannis and Dame combining for 55+ PPG
- Nearly unbeatable at home
Bulls’ struggles:
- 24-26 record (9th in East)
- 4-game losing streak
- Can’t close games
- Terrible on the road
Key stat: Milwaukee has covered in 6 of last 8 home games
Final picks:
- Avoid Bulls +8.5 (no confidence)
- Over 234.5 (lean)
- Giannis Over 30.5 points (lock)
Bottom line: They’re way better. We’re going to lose. Just don’t get embarrassed.
Go Bulls. Show some fight even if we can’t win.
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