PREVIEW: The Milwaukee Bucks bring elite three-point shooting into this matchup, ranking first in efficient long-range scoring while the Indiana Pacers rank 23rd in that category. Milwaukee's perimeter prowess gives them a significant advantage, averaging 3.4 more made three-pointers per game than what Indiana typically allows. However, the Pacers present a notable defensive liability, ranking 25th in their ability to contest three-point attempts. The Bucks hold a 6-4 record in divisional play while Indiana sits at 3-8 against Central Division opponents. Defensively, both teams show interesting contrasts with the Bucks allowing high volumes of three-point attempts at 43.9 percent, ranked 25th, while the Pacers maintain solid rebounding across both ends of the floor. In their recent stretch, Milwaukee has struggled with a 3-7 record over their last ten games, whereas Indiana showed more resilience with a 4-6 mark during the same span. Giannis Antetokounmpo remains sidelined with a right calf strain for the home team. Pascal Siakam enters Friday's contest riding a remarkable streak, having scored 20 or more points in ten consecutive games as he heads toward his fourth All-Star appearance.