Milwaukee Bucks vs. Miami Heat Preseason: Giannis Status, Start Time, Odds
The Milwaukee Bucks are set to face the Miami Heat in a preseason matchup on October 6, 2025. This game will take place at the Kaseya Center, kicking off at 6:30 p.m. CT. The Bucks are concluding their four-game exhibition schedule following their training camp, which started on October 3 in Florida.
Giannis Antetokounmpo’s Status
Giannis Antetokounmpo just returned to the Bucks after recovering from COVID-19. He joined the team on October 4, 2025. Head coach Doc Rivers indicated that Giannis will need at least three days of conditioning before participating in contact drills.
- Coach’s Plan: Rivers stated they have a solid conditioning plan in place for Giannis to regain his rhythm and lung capacity.
Bucks’ Starting Lineup
Coach Rivers is keen to see new combinations on the court. The expected Bucks lineup includes:
- Guards: Kevin Porter Jr., Gary Trent Jr.
- Forwards: AJ Green, Kyle Kuzma
- Center: Myles Turner
Rivers plans to limit his starters’ playtime, indicating that some veterans might only see five to six minutes on the court.
Heat’s Injury Update
The Miami Heat will be without Tyler Herro for this game. The talented shooting guard is recovering from recent surgery on his left foot. Herro is coming off his first All-Star season, where he averaged 23.9 points per game last year.
Game Details
The match will be broadcast on FanDuel Sports Network Wisconsin. Additionally, the Bucks and Heat are totaling a point spread of 219.5, with the Heat favored by 3 points, according to FanDuel Sportsbook.
Concurrent Events
Fans should note that the Bucks game will overlap with the Brewers’ Game 2 of the National League Division Series against the Chicago Cubs, which begins at 8:08 p.m. CT.
