MILWAUKEE — The Bucks play Game 1 of their playoff series against the Pacers Sunday night at Fiserv Forum.
The Bucks still don't know if Giannis Antetokounmpo will be able to suit up because of his calf injury.
The Pacers won four of five games over the Bucks during the regular season, but the Bucks aren't overly concerned with that. None of those games were with Doc Rivers as Head Coach.
“The regular season doesn’t mean much," said Bucks forward Khris Middleton.
“It’s what you do now," added Bucks forward Bobby Portis.
The Bucks have yet to play the Pacers since they acquired Pascal Siakam from Toronto.
"He adds size. They play differently with him," said Bucks Head Coach Doc Rivers.
No matter how long you've been in the NBA, the playoffs still bring a special energy.
“I can’t wait. I love it. So excited I can’t sleep," said Rivers.
“The playoffs is what you dream about," added Portis.
The Bucks have home court advantage in this best-of-seven series. After Sunday night's Game 1, Game 2 will be Tuesday night at Fiserv Forum.