The Milwaukee Bucks host the New Orleans Pelicans tonight at Fiserv Forum, Milwaukee, in an important NBA 2025–26 regular-season matchup. The game comes just before the NBA trade deadline, making it crucial for both sides in very different situations.
Milwaukee are struggling badly without their franchise star, while New Orleans arrive with a healthier roster despite sitting near the bottom of the Western Conference standings.
Bucks vs Pelicans Match Details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Date | Tuesday, February 4, 2026 |
| Time | 8:00 PM ET / 6:30 AM IST (Feb 5) |
| Venue | Fiserv Forum, Milwaukee |
| TV (USA) | FanDuel Sports Network Wisconsin, Gulf Coast Sports |
| Live Stream | Regional Sports Networks, NBA League Pass |
Current Standings
| Team | Record | Conference Position |
|---|---|---|
| Milwaukee Bucks | 19–29 | 12th (East) |
| New Orleans Pelicans | 13–39 | 14th (West) |
The Bucks are slipping out of the playoff picture, while the Pelicans are playing for development and momentum ahead of roster decisions.
Bucks vs Pelicans Head-to-Head (H2H)
| Date | Result |
|---|---|
| Apr 10, 2025 | Bucks 136–111 Pelicans |
| Apr 6, 2025 | Bucks 111–107 Pelicans |
| Mar 28, 2024 | Pelicans 107–100 Bucks |
- Bucks have won 4 of the last 5 meetings
- Overall recent edge still with Milwaukee, but circumstances are very different this season
Bucks vs Pelicans Last 5 Games Form
Milwaukee Bucks
- Recent form: 1–4
- Last game: Win vs Bulls (131–115)
- Trend: Offense inconsistent, defense vulnerable without Giannis
New Orleans Pelicans
- Recent form: 1–4
- Last game: Narrow loss, competitive effort
- Trend: Playing hard, but defensive numbers remain poor
Key Player Stats
Milwaukee Bucks
- Damian Lillard: ~25+ PPG, primary scorer and playmaker
- Brook Lopez: Rim protection, rebounding presence
- Team note: Heavy reliance on perimeter shooting without Giannis
New Orleans Pelicans
- Zion Williamson: ~21 PPG, strong paint scoring
- Trey Murphy III: ~21.6 PPG, efficient three-point shooter
- Team note: Healthy rotation, fast pace, but defensive issues remain
Injury Report (Latest)
Milwaukee Bucks
- Giannis Antetokounmpo – Out (right calf strain)
- Bobby Portis – Out
- Gary Harris – Out
- Taurean Prince – Out
- Kevin Porter Jr. – Out
- Myles Turner – Probable
- Cole Anthony – Probable
Milwaukee’s frontcourt depth is severely affected.
New Orleans Pelicans
- Dejounte Murray – Out (Achilles)
- Rest of the rotation available
Betting Odds & Lines
| Market | Odds |
|---|---|
| Spread | Pelicans -5.5 to -6 |
| Moneyline | Pelicans -190 / Bucks +165 |
| Over/Under | 222.5 |
Most analysts favor New Orleans due to Milwaukee’s injury list.
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Bucks vs Pelicans Match Prediction
Projected Score:
Pelicans 116 – 110 Bucks
Best Picks
- Pelicans -5.5 (spread)
- Over 222.5 total points
- Zion Williamson over points
- Trey Murphy III over three-pointers
Milwaukee’s struggles without Giannis have exposed major gaps on both ends of the floor. While playing at home helps, their depleted frontcourt makes it difficult to control the paint or defend athletic lineups.
New Orleans, despite a poor overall record, arrive healthier and better balanced for this matchup. If Zion and Murphy set the tone early, the Pelicans have a strong chance to control the game and cover the spread.
