
Today the NBA will usher in another focus battle, the defending champion Bucks will host the Lakers. Bucks coach Budenholzer confirmed before the game that Chris Middleton, who has been out of the game since October 31, will return today, and George Hill is expected to play as well.
Lakers coach Frank Vogel said the team will continue to maintain a small lineup, mainly to create offensive space for Westbrook and AD. Vogel also admitted that their big lineup has had more success defensively this season. When LeBron returns, the competitiveness of the small squad will be greatly improved.