Confident Magic, experimenting Bucks tangle in Milwaukee

Orlando looks to solidify playoff standing against Milwaukee's new-look lineup

Published on Mar. 8, 2026

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The Orlando Magic, riding a three-game win streak, will travel to Milwaukee to take on the Bucks on Sunday night. The Magic are looking to solidify their playoff positioning, while the Bucks are experimenting with their lineup as they chase a play-in tournament spot. Both teams are coming off victories on Saturday, with the Magic dominating the Timberwolves and the Bucks defeating the Jazz.

Why it matters

This matchup will decide the tiebreaker between the Magic and Bucks, who split a two-game series in early February. The game also has playoff implications, as the Magic are currently in the sixth seed in the Eastern Conference and the Bucks are chasing a play-in tournament spot.

The details

The Magic were led by Desmond Bane's 30 points in their win over the Timberwolves, while Paolo Banchero added 25 points and 15 rebounds. The Bucks, meanwhile, switched up their starting lineup, benching AJ Green in favor of Kyle Kuzma and Ousmane Dieng alongside Giannis Antetokounmpo and Myles Turner. Antetokounmpo led the Bucks with 27 points, 9 rebounds, and 8 assists.

  • The Magic played on Saturday night in Minnesota, where they defeated the Timberwolves 119-92.
  • The Bucks defeated the Utah Jazz 113-99 at home on Saturday night.
  • This will be the second game of a back-to-back for both teams.

The players

Desmond Bane

The Magic's leading scorer in their win over the Timberwolves, pouring in 30 points on 10-of-17 shooting.

Paolo Banchero

The Magic's rookie sensation added 25 points and 15 rebounds in the win over the Timberwolves.

Giannis Antetokounmpo

The Bucks' superstar led the way in their win over the Jazz with 27 points, 9 rebounds, and 8 assists in 27 minutes.

Doc Rivers

The Bucks' head coach emphasized the need to experiment with the lineup and playing time after a recent loss to the Bulls.

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What they’re saying

“Our guards did a great job applying pressure, just locked into the game plan. It was a very big game plan win for our guys and they played with a level of confidence, being able to come in here and get the win.”

— Jamahl Mosley, Magic head coach

“Loved the starters because of the size; it took Ryan off the ball more. With Giannis, we're trying to space the floor with our size. I thought we made the most advanced passes we've made all year.”

— Doc Rivers, Bucks head coach

“After that Chicago loss, we told them we're gonna sit guys, we're gonna move guys, whoever plays right is gonna play.”

— Doc Rivers, Bucks head coach

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