Indiana will have home-court advantage in the playoffs for the first time since 2014 after winning 50 games and earning the fourth seed. The Pacers finished the regular season 29-11 at home, where they were also 6-0 over the first two rounds of last season’s playoffs.

As the Milwaukee Bucks prepare to face the Indiana Pacers in Game 1 of their first-round playoff series on Saturday, Damian Lillard is entering the postseason with a fresh perspective—and a powerful message. Reflecting on a recent health scare that kept him off the floor, Lillard opened up about how the experience gave him a new outlook.

Milwaukee Bucks' Giannis Antetokounmpo and Damian Lillard watch from the bench during the first half of an NBA basketball game against the Detroit Pistons, Sunday, April 13, 2025, in Milwaukee. (AP Photo/Aaron Gash) MILWAUKEE (AP) — Milwaukee Bucks guard Damian Lillard isn’t sure exactly when he will be playing again.

Milwaukee Bucks all-star Damian Lillard addressed the diagnosis of a blood clot in his right calf and his surprising return to the team in just weeks.