LAL vs MIL Dream11 Prediction NBA Live LA Lakers vs Milwaukee Bucks

LAL vs MIL Dream11: Here it is! Indeed a big trade as All-Star level guard CJ McCollum has been traded to the New Orleans Pelicans along with Larry Nance Jr., and Tony Snell in exchange for Josh Hart, Nickeil Alexander-Walker, Tomas Satoransky, Didi Louzada, 2022 first-round pick(5-14 protected), and two future second-round picks. What a big deal! And surely I think both parties did well here. Anyway, let us now move towards the match-up between the Los Angeles Lakers and the Milwaukee Bucks.

The Lakers have been struggling throughout the season and either remain at the 50% win mark or fall behind it regularly. The team patched up LeBron James, Anthony Davis, and Russell Westbrook, and the system hasn’t suited Westbrook at all so far. Malik Monk has had a huge impact as a two-guard at the scoring end but with Melo out, the bench is in even more dire straits.

On the other hand, the Milwaukee Bucks have done well in their title defense. They have 13 wins more than losses and after a brief tough spell in January, they are back to their winning ways. With Giannis, Middleton, and Jrue, they have been on-song once again and after notching the last three wins away from home, you gotta watch out for this team!

Host: LA Lakers
Visitors: Milwaukee Bucks
Match Timing: 9 February, @ 08:30 AM
Venue: Crypto.com Arena

NBA Projections, Stats & Analysis

Lakers: Can they get over the 50% win mark?
The Lakers have been not able to get to the 60% win mark since the beginning of the season. Los Angeles Lakers have been severely outhustled during multiple games and they are unable to cope up against elite teams. This has been their biggest disadvantage. They are just unable to beat the top-tier teams and enter as the underdogs when they are up against teams such as Suns, Warriors, Grizzlies, etc. This is why they haven’t been considered a contender for the championship after being slated as the heavy favorites before the season.

I read the Lakers fans community comments and there were some fans who pointed out that this team can be on the wrong side of the activity level and lack young and athletic bodies plus a substantial perimeter defense. They hit the nail right on the head and this has been the trouble for the team despite having a high-quality Forward defender like Anthony Davis, who avoids players blowing by him. LeBron James exerts too much energy on the offensive end and at this point, he can’t be expected to play pesky defense so perhaps a two-way wing like Tate could have helped the matters. I’d argue that Westbrook is someone who needs the control of the team as the prominent ball-handler and I have thought for years that he is not someone who works well in the multiple superstar system, we have the results!

Bucks: Sending warning flares lately!
Yes, the Bucks have had some struggles this season and had a tough January, where at one point, they were unable to win even 40% of their games, especially with Holiday out. But now, with Holiday, here they are, winning 70% of their wins and making a lot of noise even away from home. The Bucks won the championship last season and yes, I know Eastern Conference teams like Heat, Cavaliers, Bulls, Sixers look formidable but the Bucks have a special mix and they have a design that works during the Playoffs.

As you see Giannis forcing his way to the basket, see how many defenders he attracts, and then notice how many lanes are open both shooting-wise and driving-wise. When you pair up such a driver to the rim alongside Holiday and Middleton, you are sure to get great results. Both Holiday and Middleton are versatile scorers and they have a leeway to take a lot of shots and can afford to miss as Giannis is high efficiency which doesn’t impact the overall percentage. When you slide in Portis in the middle, you get another versatile scorer, and well despite an on-and-off two-guard position and a so-so bench, the Bucks are a force and they are well set to defend their title.

LA Lakers | Milwaukee Bucks
Games: 54| 55
Wins: 26| 34
Defeats: 28| 21

LA Lakers vs Milwaukee Bucks NBA Live, Team News and Lineups

Los Angeles Lakers Team News

Anthony Davis is PROBABLE for the game.
Kendrick Nunn is OUT for the game and coach Vogel said he is not returning anytime soon.
Carmelo Anthony remains OUT

Lakers Expected Starting Five

Wings: SF: Stanley Johnson | SF/PF: LeBron James
Middle: C: Anthony Davis
Guards: SG: Malik Monk | PG: Russell Westbrook

BENCH: Talen Horton-Tucker, Austin Reaves, Trevor Ariza, Deandre Jordan, Wayne Ellington, Kent Bazemore, Dwight Howard.

Milwaukee Bucks Team News:

Grayson Allen is PROBABLE for the game.
Brook Lopez is OUT for the game and heaven knows when the Center will return
George Hill is OUT for the game and hasn’t played in the prior games

Bucks Expected Starting Five
Wings/Forwards: SF: Khris Middleton | PF: Giannis Antetokounmpo
Middle: C: Bobby Portis
Guard: SG: Grayson Allen(PROBABLE) | PG: Jrue Holiday

Bench: Semi Ojeleye, Jordan Nwora, Wesley Matthews, Pat Connaughton, Donte DiVincenzo, Langston Galloway, Luke Kornet, JaVonte Smart, Hill, Sandro Mamukelashvili.

NBA Scores, Fantasy Basketball Top Picks

Anthony Davis(LAL)
Points: 28
Rebounds: 17
Assists: 03
Blocks: 04
Steals: 03
Anthony has certainly bolstered the middle for the Lakers since his return and has done an admirable job of scoring, rebounding, and playing defense. Davis has been in the 27-35 points, 13+ rebounds, and 1-4 blocks/steals range since his return. The rugged big can be selected as a Star/Pro Player in the Dream 11 NBA Fantasy scenario.
Expected Fantasy Points Range: 45-59

Giannis Antetkounmpo(MIL)
Points: 28
Rebounds: 10
Assists: 05
Blocks: 02
Steals: 01
Power Player Giannis has once again rocked the league with his inside drives and an expanded shooting game on the high post with occasional three-pointers. The all-around Power Forward has scored 26+ points, has clasped 10 or more rebounds, and dished 5 or more assists a game regularly this season.
Expected Fantasy Points Range: 45-55

LeBron James(LAL)
Points: 29
Rebounds: 13
Assists: 10
Steals: 01
We have come to expect the above statline from LeBron for years now and he is having another MVP-level season. The Forward can be expected to score around 30, grab 7+ rebounds, and 7+ assists a game regularly.
Expected Fantasy Points Range: 46-57

Jrue Holiday(MIL)
Points: 27
Rebounds: 05
Assists: 13
Steals: 02
Blocks: 01
Jrue has been having a huge impact on the Bucks and since he has been back from injury, the team has been winning a lot more. The Guard has scored 16 or more, has dished 7 assists or more assists while notching 1 or more steals a game regularly.
Expected Fantasy Points Range: 33-49

Russell Westbrook(LAL)
Points: 05
Rebounds: 04
Assists: 06
Steals: 01
Blocks: 01
Westbrook has been erratic throughout the season and the Lakers system hasn’t suited him well. The Guard has produced so many varied up-and-down statlines, that it is difficult to predict his production these days.
Expected Fantasy Points Range: 27-40

Khris Middleton(MIL)
Points: 17
Rebounds: 06
Assists: 05
Steals: 01
Khris continues to be a high-quality wing who is a versatile scorer and can also perform a lot of other tasks. The wing has scored 15+ points, grabbed 4 or more rebounds, and dished 3 or more assists on a regular basis.
Expected Fantasy Points Range: 28-39

LAL vs MIL DREAM11 LINEUP BALANCERS

- - Bobby Portis(MIL) had 24 points, 11 rebounds, 1 assist, 1 steal in the last game. Reliable big Portis has once again his sweet window, scoring 16 or more and grabbing 8 or more rebounds on a regular basis.
  - Malik Monk(LAL) had 29 points, 2 assists in the last game. Malik has consistently scored 20+ points this season, he has had a great impact overall.
  - Pat Connaughton(MIL) had 18 points, 5 rebounds in the last game. The reserve guard has been a bit up-and-down but a 7-14 points range can be expected from him.
  - Stanley Johnson(LAL) had 9 points, 5 rebounds, 2 assists, 1 steal in the last game. Johnson has usually scored in the 4-6 points but he seems to pick it up playing alongside LeBron.
  - Talen Horton-Tucker(LAL) had 2 points, 4 rebounds, 3 assists, 2 steals in the last game. Talen’s offensive impact has certainly reduced with the new-look Lakers system this season.
  - Donte DiVincenzo(MIL) had 9 points, 3 rebounds, 1 assist in the last game. Donte has scored in the 7-11 points range recently but his numbers are down as he works his way from injury.
  - Austin Reaves(LAL) had 9 points, 3 rebounds, 1 block in the last game. Austin can be in the 5-9 points range and has done well as a rookie.
  - Trevor Ariza(LAL) had 11 points, 8 rebounds, 3 assists, 1 block in the last game. Ariza is receiving minutes with Anthony out as he remains the only Forward off the bench.
  - Avery Bradley(LAL) had 1 rebound in the last game. Avery’s minutes took a hit last game.
  - Greg Monroe(MIL) had 9 points, 4 rebounds, 1 assist in the last game. Greg’s future in the league is up in the air and he only gets big minutes during blowout wins.
  - Jordan Nwora(MIL) had 2 points, 2 rebounds, 2 assists in the last contest. He has been in the above numbers largely these days.
  LAL vs MIL Dream11 Team
  
  PG: A Reaves
  SG: M Monk, P Connaughton
  SF: K Middleton
  PF: S Johnson, G Antetokounmpo(SP)
  C: B Portis, A Davis(PP)
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