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Bucks Move Home Opener to Afternoon Start
Milwaukee shifts its Oct. 23 tipoff against the Bulls to avoid overlap with the World Series opener that night at the same venue.
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Time Change Approved
The Milwaukee Bucks have adjusted the start time of their home opener against the Chicago Bulls on Oct. 23 to 3 p.m. CT. The move prevents a direct conflict with Game 1 of the World Series, which is set for that evening in Milwaukee. The game had originally been scheduled for 7 p.m. Officials coordinated with the NBA office to finalize the earlier tipoff.
Brewers World Series Berth
The Milwaukee Brewers secured their first World Series appearance since 1982 on Thursday. They will host either the Cleveland Guardians or the Tampa Bay Rays in Game 1 that night. The Bucks noted the significance of the Brewers reaching this stage for the first time in 44 years and expressed support for the team during its run.
Additional Scheduling Concern
The Bucks also face a possible conflict on Oct. 31 when they are scheduled to host the Cleveland Cavaliers. That date aligns with a potential Game 7 of the World Series if the series extends to its maximum length in Milwaukee.
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