Will Giannis Antetokounmpo Play Tonight? Milwaukee Bucks vs Memphis Grizzlies: Preview, Lineups & Predictions

The Milwaukee Bucks aim to return to winning ways as they take on the Memphis Grizzlies tonight. They got thrashed by the Nuggets in their previous game, unlike the Grizzlies who are coming in with a two-game winning streak. It is the last game for both teams before they head into the All-Star break.

Date & Time: March 4, 2021, 8:00pm ET

Venue: FedExForum, Memphis, Tennessee

Preview | Milwaukee Bucks

The Bucks have been far from their best this season. After being the number one team in the league for two seasons in a row, they aren’t even the best team in their own conference now.

Jrue Holiday’s absence was a huge loss for the Bucks, who endured a struggling 5-5 run during that period. He has returned now, so that will be a big boost.

Giannis Antetokounmpo had a decent start to the season, but is now returning to his MVP form, and is averaging almost 30 points per game.

Rookie Jordan Nwora is the only player on the injury list for the Bucks. He misses out because of an ankle injury.

Starting 5 for the Bucks

Guard – Jrue Holiday 

Guard – Donte DiVincenzo

Forward – Khris Middleton

Forward – Giannis Antetokounmpo

Center – Brook Lopez

Preview | Memphis Grizzlies

The Grizzlies haven’t been to the playoffs since 2018. They made it to the play-in tournament last season but lost to the Blazers. This season, they are again trying their best and are currently in the 10th spot. They are outdoing expectations and have got some big upset wins against the Clippers, Nets, and the 76ers.

Grayson Allen is out with a concussion and will stay on the sidelines until the All-Star break. But the big news is Jaren Jackson Jr returning to practice.

He had suffered a knee injury and could potentially return after the All-Star break. He is their second-best player so his return will improve their playoffs chances.

Starting 5 for the Grizzlies

Guard – Ja Morant

Guard  – Desmond Bane

Forward – Dillon Brooks

Forward – Brandon Clarke

Center – Jonas Valanciunas

Predictions | Bucks vs Grizzlies

Despite the Grizzlies’ recent momentum, the Bucks will be the favorites tonight. Holiday vs Morant will be the most exciting matchup as the young offensive genius goes up against a seasoned defensive stalwart.

Holiday’s ability to put the clamps will heavily influence the result, but the ultimate impact on the win will come from Giannis.

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