After two up and down games in two weeks, coach Doc Rivers says inconsistent MIlwaukee Bucks don't need big changes to improve.

Milwaukee Bucks coach Doc Rivers remains confident in his team and doesn’t plan on making any major changes in the wake of a 45-point loss to Brooklyn that matched the Nets’ most lopsided win ever.

“The New York Knicks will not raise an NBA Cup championship banner at Madison Square Garden, sources tell ESPN,” Charania wrote on X, formerly Twitter. “The Lakers and Bucks raised banners for NBA Cup titles over the last two years. Knicks will celebrate with home fans Friday.”

Coming off their worst loss of the season, the Milwaukee Bucks look to rebound without Giannis Antetokounmpo as they host the Toronto Raptors on Thursday night.

The Washington Wizards (4-20) visit the San Antonio Spurs (18-7) on Thursday. Tip-off from Frost Bank Center in San Antonio, Texas ,is at 8 p.m. ET. Let's analyze BetMGM Sportsbook's NBA odds around the Wizards vs.

Our Magic vs. Nuggets predictions believe Denver gets the win and cover, but points won't come easy. Free NBA picks for Thursday, December 18, 2025.