Cavs vs. Bucks: Preview, odds, injury report, TV

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Cavs vs. Bucks: Preview, odds, injury report, TV

CLEVELAND, Ohio -- In an Eastern Conference showdown, the Cleveland Cavaliers are set to host the Milwaukee Bucks on Wednesday.

The Cavs, positioned fourth in the Eastern Conference, are on a five-game winning streak. Their recent success has brought them closer to the Bucks, who are on a three-game winning streak and are second in the East. Cleveland’s resurgence is attributed to adjustments in their offensive strategies and a collective team effort.

The upcoming game will determine which team’s winning streak comes to an end. The Cavaliers seek to extend their streak and establish themselves as Eastern Conference contenders. The Bucks, on the other hand, aim to maintain their momentum and defend their position.

This matchup is the first of three scheduled meetings between the two teams in January.

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Here’s what to know about the matchup:

Who: Cleveland Cavaliers (23-15) vs. Milwaukee Bucks (28-12).

Series: Second meeting of the season.

Where: Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse.

When: 7:30 p.m. EST.

The point spread: Bucks minus-4.5; O/U 236.5

TV: ESPN and Bally Sports Ohio

Injury report

Cavs: Caris LeVert (wrist), QUESTIONABLE; Darius Garland (jaw), OUT; Evan Mobley (knee), OUT; Ty Jerome (right ankle sprain), OUT.

Bucks: No injured players.

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