- Matchup: Milwaukee Bucks vs Cleveland Cavaliers
- Date: Monday, November 17, 2025
- Venue: Rocket Arena, Cleveland, OH
- Broadcast: Peacock
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The Cleveland Cavaliers (8-5) are set to face off against the Milwaukee Bucks (7-5) at Rocket Arena this Monday.
In their previous matchup, the Bucks were unable to secure a win against the Hornets, losing 111-100. Milwaukee committed 22 fouls while Charlotte had 15. The Bucks struggled from the three-point line, making just 12 of 40 attempts. Charlotte excelled at the free-throw line, converting 23 out of 27 shots (85.2%). They achieved 50 rebounds total (15 offensive, 35 defensive) and registered 6 blocks. The Hornets also recorded 27 assists and 5 steals. Defensively, Milwaukee allowed their opponents to shoot 44.2% from the field, completing 38 out of 86 shots. The Bucks managed 29 assists and forced 16 turnovers, along with 6 steals. In the rebounding department, they secured 34 boards with 10 being offensive. At the charity stripe, Milwaukee hit 8 of 13 shots (61.5%). Overall, they finished with a field goal percentage of 45.5% (40 of 88) and made 12 of their 30 attempts from three-point range.
Ryan Rollins played a crucial role in the Bucks’ last game. He shot an impressive 66.7% from the floor, dishing out 6 assists while playing 32 minutes and grabbing 5 rebounds. Rollins finished with 25 points on 10 of 15 shooting.
Milwaukee enters this game with a record of 7-5 this season. They average 118.0 points per game (15th in the NBA), shooting 49.8% from the field. The Bucks are converting 40.0% of their three-point attempts (179 of 448) and 69.6% from the free-throw line. As a unit, they average 40.4 rebounds per game and have delivered 318 assists this season, ranking 11th in the league for assists. The Bucks turn the ball over 13.7 times per game and commit about 23.3 fouls each night.
Defensively, they force 14.7 turnovers per game and average 20.3 personal fouls. The Bucks currently stand 18th in the league regarding assists allowed, totaling 315 for the season. They give up a field goal percentage of 46.4% (497 of 1,070) and 46.7 rebounds per game. Their three-point defense leaves room for improvement, allowing 33.5% shooting and 117.5 points per game (18th in the NBA).
In their last outing, the Cavaliers suffered a loss against the Raptors, finishing 126-113. Cleveland allowed Toronto to grab 43 rebounds total (11 offensive). They shot 38.7% from three-point range (12 of 31) and achieved 16 out of 17 at the free-throw line (94.1%). Toronto shot 55.7% from the field, converting 49 out of 88 attempts. Cleveland completed 41 of 91 shots from the floor, giving them a shooting rate of 45.1%. Their three-point performance dipped to 24.4%, making 10 of 41 attempts. They capitalized on 21 free-throw attempts, converting 80.8%. The Raptors committed 20 fouls, presenting the Cavaliers with 26 free throws. Cleveland turned the ball over 12 times while securing 7 steals and pulling down 37 total rebounds (23 defensive, 14 offensive).
Donovan Mitchell was instrumental for the Cavaliers, scoring 31 points in 36 minutes, alongside 6 assists. He achieved a shooting percentage of 38.9%, converting 7 of 18 shots and grabbing 6 rebounds.
The Cavaliers sport an 8-5 record this season. Offensively, they shoot 45.3% from the field, ranking 23rd in the league. Cleveland has scored 1,588 points overall (122.2 points per game) and averages 43.4 rebounds. They dish out 27.9 assists per game (7th in the league) while committing 14.2 turnovers. The Cavaliers average 22.3 personal fouls per game, achieving 77.2% from the free-throw line.
Defensively, Cleveland ranks 19th in points allowed, averaging 118.2 per game. They force 17.8 turnovers each night, allowing opponents to shoot 47.3% from the field (16th in the NBA). Their perimeter defense permits 37.7% shooting (176 of 467), while opponents hit 80.6% of their free throws. They allow 28.0 assists and 45.9 rebounds per game, placing them 25th and 22nd in the NBA respectively.
Who will emerge victorious in tonight’s NBA contest against the spread?
Prediction: Bet on Milwaukee
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