Chicago Bulls vs Milwaukee Bucks injury report: Who's playing, injured and questionable players, head-to-head records, team stats, and more (February 3, 2026)

The Chicago Bulls visit Fiserv Forum on February 3, 2026, to play the Milwaukee Bucks in an important Eastern Conference game. With the trade deadline close, both teams are trying to improve their position in the standings.Milwaukee enters the matchup without several key players, including Giannis Antetokounmpo. Chicago, on the other hand, comes in with most of its rotation available and has produced steady offensive numbers this season. Player availability could play a major role in the result.Milwaukee Bucks will be without Giannis Antetokounmpo, who is recovering from a right calf strain suffered in late January. The team has not announced a firm return date, but mid-February is considered the earliest possible timeline. His absence removes roughly 44-45 points and 12-13 assists per game from the lineup, and the Bucks have lost five straight games during this stretch.Pat Connaughton is also out with a lower-body injury, which affects the team’s perimeter defense and outside shooting. Gary Harris remains sidelined because of a hamstring strain after missing the previous game, leaving Milwaukee with fewer backcourt options.The Bucks are expected to rely heavily on Khris Middleton, Brook Lopez, and Jrue Holiday. Bryn Forbes and Rodney Hood could see more minutes as the team adjusts its rotation.Chicago lists Julian Phillips as questionable due to a right wrist sprain. If he does not play, Alex Caruso and Coby White are likely to take on larger roles on the wing.Josh Giddey and Nikola Vucevic are active and expected to start. Giddey is averaging about 18-19 points and 8-9 assists in his first season with the Bulls. Vucevic continues to provide consistent production with roughly 16-17 points and 9-10 rebounds per game.Milwaukee Bucks hold a slight advantage in the all-time regular-season series, leading about 149-146. Many recent meetings have been close and decided by single-digit margins.The Bucks lead the 2025-26 season series 1-0 after winning on December 27, 2025, in Chicago. Antetokounmpo led a late run that secured the victory. Over the last five matchups, Milwaukee has won three while Chicago has won two. The average margin in those games has been around eight to ten points. Key Leaders Chicago has been one of the more efficient scoring teams this season. Much of the offense runs through Giddey’s playmaking and Vucevic’s work inside, though the team has been inconsistent defensively. Key Leaders Even without Antetokounmpo available, Milwaukee remains capable on defense and continues to protect the rim well.Chicago Bulls has a chance to attack a lineup missing several regular contributors. Creating scoring opportunities inside and taking advantage of mismatches could be important, especially with Giddey setting up Vucevic.Milwaukee will need strong performances from Holiday and the rest of the guards to manage Chicago’s perimeter scoring. Bench production could also become a factor because of the shortened rotation. The approaching trade deadline adds context to the game. Another loss could increase speculation about Milwaukee’s direction, while a win would help stabilize the team.Both teams have shot the ball well from three-point range this season. Chicago is shooting 40.3%, while Milwaukee is at 39.5%. Outside shooting may influence the outcome if the pace increases.Chicago enters the game as the healthier team, while Milwaukee continues to adjust without its primary star. The Bulls have been more consistent offensively, but home court gives the Bucks a chance to stay competitive. Julian Phillips’ status and Milwaukee’s ability to cover for Antetokounmpo’s absence could play a major role in the final result.