Bucks make a change to starting lineup facing 0-2 deficit to Pacers in playoff series

The first-round NBA playoff series between the Milwaukee Bucks and Indiana Pacers shifts to Fiserv Forum for Game 3 on Friday.

The Bucks will try to avoid falling into an 0-3 hole.

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Bucks coach Doc Rivers makes a change to starting lineup

Bucks fans have been clamoring for lineup changes as the Bucks dropped the first two games in the series.

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Head coach Doc Rivers obliged in Game 3, swapping out Taurean Prince and inserting Gary Trent Jr.

The move gives Milwaukee a bit more defensive athleticism on the perimeter to keep up with fast-paced Indiana.

Is Giannis playing?

Yes. Giannis Antetokounmpo is not on the team’s injury report for Game 3.

Is Damian Lillard playing?

Yes. Lillard came back from the deep vein thrombosis (blood clot) in his right calf in Game 2. He is no longer on the injury report.

What time is the Bucks game?

Game 3 will tip off at 7 p.m.

What channel is the Bucks game on?

Game 2 will be broadcast on FanDuel Sports Network Wisconsin with Lisa Byington, Marques Johnson and Melanie Ricks. The game also will be broadcast nationally on ESPNU and NBA TV. Ryan Ruocco, Cory Alexander, Monica McNutt will be on the call.

Bucks injury report

  • Tyler Smith, out (left ankle sprain)

Bucks starting lineup

  • Guards: Damian Lillard, Gary Trent Jr.
  • Forwards: Kyle Kuzma, Giannis Antetokounmpo
  • Center: Brook Lopez

Bucks vs. Pacers odds, over/under

Milwaukee is a 5.5-point favorite over Indiana in Game 3, and the over/under is set at 229.5 points per BetMGM.

Bucks vs. Pacers first-round series schedule

  • Game 4: Sunday, April 27 at Milwaukee – 8:30 p.m. CT
  • Game 5*: Tuesday, April 29 at Indiana – TBD
  • Game 6*: Friday, May 2 at Milwaukee – TBD
  • Game 7*: Sunday, May 4 at Indiana – TBD* – If necessary

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