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Bucks vs Heat: How to live stream, time, venue, where to watch and all the pre-buzz around second round of NBA Playoffs

For the Bucks, not making it to the final would be unfortunate as their gameplay has been excellent and the way they went about dismantling the Orlando Magic is proof they're the team to beat

Who would've thunk it? The Miami Heat locking horns against the Milwaukee Bucks in the second round of the NBA Playoffs. But then, anyone who's followed the season knows this isn't a lucky break for the Heat. They have played some top-notch basketball since landing in the Orlando Bubble. They ousted the Indiana Pacers and now will have the tough test of getting past the Bucks. 

For the Bucks, not making it to the final would be unfortunate. Their gameplay has been excellent and the way they went about dismantling the Orlando Magic is proof they are the team to beat. The positive news for Heat as they won the last two out of three meetings with the Bucks although Giannis Antetokounmpo & Co took the win earlier this month. Here's everything you need to know ahead of the scrimmage.

Time

The game is scheduled to start 6.30 pm ET on Monday, August 31, 2020.

Venue

Both sides will meet at the Disney Wide World of Sports, Orlando, Florida.

Where to watch?

Fans can watch the game live on TNT.

How to live stream?

NBA TV is the easiest and most preferred option. YouTube TV is the second most looked at as it provides access to ESPN, TNT, ABC and NBA TV as well as a good amount of regional sports networks including those linked to Fox and NBC. Priced at $64.99, it comes across as a complete package. Other options include Sling TV and fuboTV that can be availed at reasonable prices.

Pre-buzz around the game

It's the Bucks offense vs Heat's defense. The Bucks will be looking at a collective effort hoping for other players to ably step up and assist Antetokounmpo. If Khris Middleton and guard Eric Bledsoe give the Greek support, this one's going to the Bucks without a doubt. That said, the Heat will be making plans to give any scoring opportunities and keeping their defense tight. Keeping the reigning NBA MVP quiet will be their biggest challenge.

Who will win?

While the Bucks seem to be the most clinical at the moment, there's no denying the fact Heat aren't pushovers. We'll be backing the Heat to pull off an upset win.