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The Los Angeles Lakers will go head to head against Milwaukee Bucks on Thursday, March 20 at the Crypto.com Arena. It will Lakers sixth game in eight days and their third consecutive back-to-back matchup. All eyes would be on whether LeBron James and Rui Hachimura will feature against the Bucks or not.
Will superstar LeBron James and Rui Hachimura start against Milwaukee Bucks?
The Los Angeles Lakers coach JJ Redick announced that the duo of LeBron James and Rui Hachimura are listed as day-to-day before the Wednesday's 120-108 win against the Denver Nuggets. James and Hachimura have returned to the on-court workouts and are inching closer to their return. However, both of them will not start against the Bucks.
NBA insider Shams Charania reported that James has started his on-court workouts on Sunday and will at least be out for another week. Due to this, he has been ruled out of the homestand which ends against Chicago Bulls on Saturday. On the other hand, Hachimura could return before James as he would potentially make a comeback against the Bulls.
LeBron James has been out since March 8 due to a groin strain. He suffered the injury against Boston Celtics. While, Hachimura has been out since February 27 as he is suffering from a left knee tendinopathy. Los Angeles Lakers have been 3-3 in James' absence and 7-4 without Hachimura.
Maxi Kleber is the only player apart from James and Hachimura, who has been sidelined as he is recovering from a foot surgery.
Los Angeles Lakers vs Milwaukee Bucks preview
The LA Lakers enter the Thursday's rematch against the Bucks in a much better condition compared to their last game against Giannis Antetokounmpo led Bucks on March 13 on the road. Lakers lost the last match against the Bucks (126-106) as their star players were sidelined which included LeBron James, Rui Hachimura and Jaxson Hayes.
Hayes has returned to action as since making his comeback, Lakers have won three consecutive wins. Hayes ability to lead the offense and his defensive game helped the Lakers turn around after a four-game losing streak in his absence.
The Lakers are going into the clash as the underdogs. The Bucks are -4-point favorites to win with a -165 money line.
When and where to watch Milwaukee Bucks vs Los Angeles Lakers clash?
The tip-off time for the Milwaukee Bucks vs Los Angeles Lakers clash is 10:30 pm ET. The Milwaukee Bucks vs Los Angeles Lakers clash will be broadcast live on FanDuel Sports Network Wisconsin and Spectrum SportsNet. The fans can enjoy the live streaming on NBA League Pass.
