PREVIEW: The Charlotte Hornets aim to halt a three-game road losing streak at the Milwaukee Bucks on Friday, November 14, 2025 at 8 p.m. ET. The Hornets enter with a 4-7 regular season record and 0-1 NBA Cup mark, while the Bucks sit at 7-5 with an unblemished 1-0 tournament record. These teams met just days ago with Charlotte pulling off a 111-100 upset victory , though neither Giannis Antetokounmpo nor LaMelo Ball suited up for that contest. Antetokounmpo, who is set to make his return after dealing with left knee issues, has a point total set at 32.5, which sits below his season average of 33.4 points per outing. Milwaukee's offensive arsenal presents a formidable challenge, as the Bucks rank first in efficient three-point shooting and first in attacking the rim , giving them multiple avenues to break down opposing defenses. Charlotte's defensive vulnerabilities are on full display with their ranking of 25th in three-point defense, allowing high quality looks from beyond the arc. The Hornets will continue without LaMelo Ball, listed as probable after missing his fifth consecutive game with an ankle injury. Rookie sensation Kon Knueppel has stepped into a larger role, leading all first-year players with 16.6 points per game while starting in 10 of Charlotte's 11 contests.