Milwaukee Bucks Schedule 2025–26: Dates, Times, TV Channels
The Milwaukee Bucks are set for another big season in 2025–26. Giannis Antetokounmpo returns with the same drive that keeps Milwaukee near the top of the East every year.
The team looks deep, confident, and ready to make another strong playoff push. This season’s schedule is loaded with primetime games and strong rivalries. The energy inside Fiserv Forum stays electric as fans fill the seats night after night.
Whether you plan to watch on TV or stream from home, there’s plenty to look forward to all year.
Milwaukee Bucks Quick Facts
- Home Arena: Fiserv Forum, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
- Founded: 1968
- Conference: Eastern
- Division: Central
- Head Coach: Doc Rivers
- Team Captain: Giannis Antetokounmpo
- Team Colors: Green, Cream, and White
- Championships: 2 (1971, 2021)
- Rival Teams: Chicago Bulls, Boston Celtics, Cleveland Cavaliers
What Channel are Bucks Games On
Most Bucks games air on FanDuel Sports Network Wisconsin, which will broadcast 71 regular-season games. Fans in Milwaukee can also catch select games for free on CBS 58 and WMLW “The M.”
National coverage is available from NBC, Peacock, ESPN, ABC, Prime Video and NBA TV.
NBC and Peacock handle Sunday and Tuesday games. Prime Video picks up Thursday nights, along with a few Fridays.
Streaming options include Fubo, YouTube TV, Hulu + Live TV and DIRECTV STREAM.
Fans outside Wisconsin can follow every game on NBA League Pass.
Milwaukee Bucks 2025–26 Full Schedule
The Bucks’ schedule runs from late October through mid-April with 82 games in total. Milwaukee opens at home with a loud crowd and closes the regular season on the road.
Bucks Preseason Schedule 2025
| DATE | OPPONENT | TIME (ET) | TV CHANNEL | VENUE |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mon, Oct 6 | @ Miami Heat | 7:30 PM | FSN Wisconsin | Kaseya Center |
| Thu, Oct 9 | vs Detroit Pistons | 8:00 PM | FSN Wisconsin | Fiserv Forum |
| Sun, Oct 12 | @ Chicago Bulls | 7:00 PM | FSN Wisconsin | United Center |
| Tue, Oct 14 | vs Oklahoma City Thunder | 8:00 PM | Peacock | Fiserv Forum |
Bucks Regular Season Schedule 2025–2026
Regular Season 2025 Games
| DATE | OPPONENT | TIME (ET) | TV CHANNEL | VENUE |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wed, Oct 22 | vs Wizards | 8:00 PM | FSN Wisconsin | Fiserv Forum |
| Fri, Oct 24 | @ Raptors | 7:30 PM | FSN Wisconsin | Scotiabank Arena |
| Sun, Oct 26 | @ Cavaliers | 6:00 PM | FSN Wisconsin | Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse |
| Tue, Oct 28 | vs Knicks | 8:00 PM | NBC | Fiserv Forum |
| Thu, Oct 30 | vs Warriors | 8:00 PM | FSN Wisconsin | Fiserv Forum |
| Sat, Nov 1 | vs Kings | 5:00 PM | FSN Wisconsin | Fiserv Forum |
| Mon, Nov 3 | @ Pacers | 7:00 PM | FSN Wisconsin | Gainbridge Fieldhouse |
| Tue, Nov 4 | @ Raptors | 7:30 PM | FSN Wisconsin | Scotiabank Arena |
| Fri, Nov 7 | vs Bulls | 8:00 PM | FSN Wisconsin | Fiserv Forum |
| Sun, Nov 9 | vs Rockets | 3:30 PM | FSN Wisconsin | Fiserv Forum |
| Mon, Nov 10 | @ Mavericks | 8:30 PM | FSN Wisconsin | American Airlines Center |
| Wed, Nov 12 | @ Hornets | 7:00 PM | FSN Wisconsin | Spectrum Center |
| Fri, Nov 14 | vs Hornets | 8:00 PM | FSN Wisconsin | Fiserv Forum |
| Sat, Nov 15 | vs Lakers | 8:00 PM | FSN Wisconsin | Fiserv Forum |
| Mon, Nov 17 | @ Cavaliers | 7:00 PM | Peacock | Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse |
| Thu, Nov 20 | vs 76ers | 8:00 PM | FSN Wisconsin | Fiserv Forum |
| Sat, Nov 22 | vs Pistons | 8:00 PM | FSN Wisconsin | Fiserv Forum |
| Mon, Nov 24 | vs Trail Blazers | 8:00 PM | FSN Wisconsin | Fiserv Forum |
| Wed, Nov 26 | @ Heat | 7:30 PM | FSN Wisconsin | Kaseya Center |
| Fri, Nov 28 | @ Knicks | 7:30 PM | Prime Video | Madison Square Garden |
| Sat, Nov 29 | vs Nets | 8:00 PM | FSN Wisconsin | Fiserv Forum |
| Mon, Dec 1 | @ Wizards | 7:00 PM | FSN Wisconsin | Capital One Arena |
| Wed, Dec 3 | vs Pistons | 8:00 PM | FSN Wisconsin | Fiserv Forum |
| Fri, Dec 5 | vs 76ers | 8:00 PM | FSN Wisconsin | Fiserv Forum |
| Sat, Dec 6 | @ Pistons | 7:30 PM | FSN Wisconsin | Little Caesars Arena |
| Thu, Dec 18 | vs Raptors | 8:00 PM | FSN Wisconsin | Fiserv Forum |
| Sun, Dec 21 | @ Timberwolves | 7:00 PM | FSN Wisconsin | Target Center |
| Tue, Dec 23 | @ Pacers | 7:30 PM | FSN Wisconsin | Gainbridge Fieldhouse |
| Fri, Dec 26 | @ Grizzlies | 8:00 PM | FSN Wisconsin | FedExForum |
| Sat, Dec 27 | @ Bulls | 8:00 PM | FSN Wisconsin | United Center |
| Mon, Dec 29 | @ Hornets | 7:00 PM | FSN Wisconsin | Spectrum Center |
| Wed, Dec 31 | vs Wizards | 8:00 PM | FSN Wisconsin | Fiserv Forum |
Regular Season 2026 Games
| DATE | OPPONENT | TIME (ET) | TV CHANNEL | VENUE |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fri, Jan 2 | vs Hornets | 8:00 PM | FSN Wisconsin | Fiserv Forum |
| Sun, Jan 4 | @ Kings | 9:00 PM | FSN Wisconsin | Golden 1 Center |
| Wed, Jan 7 | @ Warriors | 10:00 PM | ESPN | Chase Center |
| Fri, Jan 9 | @ Lakers | 10:30 PM | FSN Wisconsin | Crypto.com Arena |
| Sun, Jan 11 | @ Nuggets | 8:00 PM | FSN Wisconsin | Ball Arena |
| Tue, Jan 13 | vs Timberwolves | 8:00 PM | NBC | Fiserv Forum |
| Thu, Jan 15 | @ Spurs | 8:00 PM | FSN Wisconsin | Frost Bank Center |
| Mon, Jan 19 | @ Hawks | 1:00 PM | Peacock | State Farm Arena |
| Wed, Jan 21 | vs Thunder | 9:30 PM | ESPN | Fiserv Forum |
| Fri, Jan 23 | vs Nuggets | 8:00 PM | FSN Wisconsin | Fiserv Forum |
| Sun, Jan 25 | vs Mavericks | 7:00 PM | FSN Wisconsin | Fiserv Forum |
| Tue, Jan 27 | @ 76ers | 8:00 PM | NBC | Xfinity Mobile Arena |
| Thu, Jan 29 | @ Wizards | 7:00 PM | Prime Video | Capital One Arena |
| Sun, Feb 1 | @ Celtics | 3:30 PM | ESPN | TD Garden |
| Tue, Feb 3 | vs Bulls | 8:00 PM | FSN Wisconsin | Fiserv Forum |
| Wed, Feb 4 | vs Pelicans | 8:00 PM | FSN Wisconsin | Fiserv Forum |
| Fri, Feb 6 | vs Pacers | 8:00 PM | FSN Wisconsin | Fiserv Forum |
| Mon, Feb 9 | @ Magic | 7:30 PM | Peacock | Kia Center |
| Wed, Feb 11 | @ Magic | 7:00 PM | FSN Wisconsin | Kia Center |
| Thu, Feb 12 | @ Thunder | 7:30 PM | Prime Video | Paycom Center |
| Fri, Feb 20 | @ Pelicans | 8:00 PM | FSN Wisconsin | Smoothie King Center |
| Sun, Feb 22 | vs Raptors | 3:30 PM | FSN Wisconsin | Fiserv Forum |
| Tue, Feb 24 | vs Heat | 8:00 PM | FSN Wisconsin | Fiserv Forum |
| Wed, Feb 25 | vs Cavaliers | 8:00 PM | FSN Wisconsin | Fiserv Forum |
| Fri, Feb 27 | vs Knicks | 8:00 PM | FSN Wisconsin | Fiserv Forum |
| Sun, Mar 1 | @ Bulls | 3:30 PM | FSN Wisconsin | United Center |
| Mon, Mar 2 | vs Celtics | 7:30 PM | Peacock | Fiserv Forum |
| Wed, Mar 4 | vs Hawks | 9:30 PM | ESPN | Fiserv Forum |
| Sat, Mar 7 | vs Jazz | 8:00 PM | FSN Wisconsin | Fiserv Forum |
| Sun, Mar 8 | vs Magic | 8:00 PM | FSN Wisconsin | Fiserv Forum |
| Tue, Mar 10 | vs Suns | 8:00 PM | FSN Wisconsin | Fiserv Forum |
| Thu, Mar 12 | @ Heat | 7:30 PM | FSN Wisconsin | Kaseya Center |
| Sat, Mar 14 | @ Hawks | 3:00 PM | Prime Video | State Farm Arena |
| Sun, Mar 15 | vs Pacers | 3:30 PM | FSN Wisconsin | Fiserv Forum |
| Tue, Mar 17 | vs Cavaliers | 8:00 PM | NBC | Fiserv Forum |
| Thu, Mar 19 | @ Jazz | 9:00 PM | FSN Wisconsin | Delta Center |
| Sat, Mar 21 | @ Suns | 10:00 PM | FSN Wisconsin | Mortgage Matchup Center |
| Mon, Mar 23 | @ Clippers | 10:30 PM | FSN Wisconsin | Intuit Dome |
| Wed, Mar 25 | @ Trail Blazers | 10:00 PM | FSN Wisconsin | Moda Center |
| Sat, Mar 28 | vs Spurs | 3:00 PM | Prime Video | Fiserv Forum |
| Sun, Mar 29 | vs Clippers | 3:30 PM | FSN Wisconsin | Fiserv Forum |
| Wed, Apr 1 | @ Rockets | 8:00 PM | FSN Wisconsin | Toyota Center |
| Fri, Apr 3 | vs Celtics | 8:00 PM | FSN Wisconsin | Fiserv Forum |
| Sun, Apr 5 | vs Grizzlies | 3:30 PM | FSN Wisconsin | Fiserv Forum |
| Tue, Apr 7 | @ Nets | 7:30 PM | FSN Wisconsin | Barclays Center |
| Wed, Apr 8 | @ Pistons | 7:30 PM | ESPN | Little Caesars Arena |
| Fri, Apr 10 | vs Nets | 8:00 PM | FSN Wisconsin | Fiserv Forum |
| Sun, Apr 12 | @ 76ers | 6:00 PM | FSN Wisconsin | Xfinity Mobile Arena |
Key Matchups to Watch
- Bucks vs. Celtics – March 2 and April 3 bring two of the most anticipated games of the year. The outcome could influence playoff seeding.
- Bucks vs. Knicks – October 28 on NBC and Peacock puts Milwaukee in the national spotlight early in the season.
- Bucks vs. Bulls – November 7 renews a heated rivalry that always draws loud crowds on both sides.
- Bucks vs. Lakers – January 9 in Los Angeles matches Giannis against one of the NBA’s biggest franchises.
- Bucks vs. Cavaliers – March 17 adds more drama to a growing Central Division battle.
- Every one of these games carries weight, and fans know the atmosphere will be electric.
How to Get Milwaukee Bucks Tickets
Tickets are available through the Bucks’ official website and NBA.com. Fans can also buy verified resale tickets through StubHub and Ticketmaster. Prices change based on opponent and seat location, so early purchases help.
Arriving early at Fiserv Forum gives fans a chance to enjoy the Deer District, which offers live music, food, and entertainment before each game. It’s become one of the best pregame spots in basketball.
How Many Championships Have the Bucks Won
The Bucks have won two NBA championships. The first came in 1971 behind Kareem Abdul-Jabbar and Oscar Robertson. The second arrived in 2021 when Giannis led Milwaukee to victory over the Phoenix Suns.
Both titles hold a special place in the city’s history. Each one reflects the same hard work and heart that still define the team today.
FAQs – Milwaukee Bucks 2025–26 Season
How many Bucks games are on national TV?
Thirteen games will air nationally on NBC, Peacock, ESPN, ABC, Prime Video, and NBA TV.
How many games will air locally?
Seventy-one games will appear on FanDuel Sports Network Wisconsin.
Are there any free local broadcasts?
Eight games will air for free on CBS 58 and WMLW “The M.”
How many weekend home games are scheduled?
The Bucks will play 22 weekend home games, including Sunday afternoon matchups.
Where can fans buy official Bucks gear?
Official jerseys, hats, and apparel are sold at shop.bucks.com and the team store inside Fiserv Forum.
The Bucks step into another season with high energy and big expectations. Giannis, Lillard, and the team bring skill and passion to every game.
Whether you’re watching from your living room or cheering in the stands, this season will deliver excitement, rivalry and plenty of Milwaukee pride.
