Oklahoma City Thunder vs Milwaukee Bucks – NBA – 12/02/2026
Game Preview: Thunder vs. Bucks
\nAs we kick off the last lap of the regular season for the 2025/26 NBA before the All-Star break, we have a showdown brewing between the Oklahoma City Thunder and the Milwaukee Bucks at the Paycom Center. This clash pits the Western Conference against the Eastern Conference, and it’s all happening in the lovely Oklahoma City this Thursday (12), starting at 9:30 PM BRT.
\n\nThe Thunder are looking to take advantage of the Bucks’ recent hiccups to solidify their position at the top of the Western Conference. Even though they’re missing their star player, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, the Thunder have been hanging in there. They seem to manage to pull off wins against teams that are not exactly firing on all cylinders, and the Bucks definitely fit that description, having only snagged a single win against teams with over a 50% win rate in 2026. So, bet on the Thunder to ride this wave of good fortune!
\n\nWhat to Expect
\nGiven Milwaukee’s current slump, there’s a solid chance we might see a major blowout, even if OKC hasn’t been the strongest in recent weeks. Their defense continues to be a fortress, while the Bucks’ offense is about as effective as a chocolate teapot. And let’s not forget, both teams played last night. So, if we’re making a prediction here, I’d say keep an eye on the under on points in this matchup.
\n\nThunder’s Recent Performance
\nThe reigning NBA champs, the Oklahoma City Thunder, despite a few bumps recently, are solidly perched at the top of the Western Conference with a record of 42 wins and 13 losses. Without their key player Shai Gilgeous-Alexander for the past four games, they’ve won 2 and lost 2. But hey, they’ve bounced back nicely, recently smacking the Phoenix Suns around with a 136 to 109 victory.
\n\nIn that win against the Suns, the Thunder showcased some serious shooting prowess, hitting 58% of their shots overall and nailing 42% of their three-point attempts. Standout players included Jalen Williams, who dropped 38 points along with four rebounds and five assists; Isaiah Joe, hitting 21 points, grabbing one rebound, and dishing one assist; and Kenrich Williams, chipping in with 15 points, six rebounds, and two assists.
\n\nBucks’ Struggles and Slight Resurgence
\nOn the flip side, the Milwaukee Bucks, coached by Doc Rivers, are having a season that could only be described as “meh.” They find themselves among the five worst teams in the Eastern Conference with a record of 22 wins and 30 losses, leaving them in 12th place. But don’t count them out just yet; they’ve shown some signs of life recently, securing a 116 to 108 win over the Orlando Magic, racking up four wins in their last five games.
\n\nDuring that victorious outing against the Magic, the Bucks shot 48% from the field and 39% from three-point land. The standout performers included Cam Thomas, who made a spectacular debut with 34 points, four rebounds, and two assists; Kevin Porter Jr., who flirted with a triple-double, posting 18 points, ten rebounds, 11 assists, and a couple of blocks; and Jericho Sims, notching a double-double with 17 points, 11 rebounds, and two assists.
\n\nKey Game Information
\nHere are the crucial details for this exciting NBA showdown:
