PREVIEW: The Milwaukee Bucks enter this matchup as one of the league's most efficient three-point shooting teams, ranking first in that category, while also attacking the rim effectively at sixth overall. Milwaukee has struggled mightily of late, losing eight of their last ten games before snapping a five-game skid with a victory over Chicago. Giannis Antetokounmpo remains sidelined with a right calf strain sustained on January 23rd and has been central to trade deadline discussions as the deadline approaches. The Bucks also played without Kevin Porter Jr. and Bobby Portis in their recent win, forcing role players to step up. New Orleans brings a contrasting offensive profile, excelling at attacking the rim with top-ranked frequency but ranking near the bottom in three-point shooting volume and efficiency at 28th and 29th respectively. The Pelicans split their last six games overall before dropping consecutive contests, including a second-half collapse against Charlotte where they scored just 31 points after halftime. New Orleans struggles significantly on the road with a 5-20 record away from home this season. The Bucks have won each of their last seven home games against the Pelicans, establishing clear dominance in this series at the Fiserv Forum.