Milwaukee Bucks: Early standout dates from 2019-20 NBA schedule

MILWAUKEE, WI - APRIL 28: A general view of fans entering the Fiserv Forum area before Game One of the Eastern Conference Semifinals of the 2019 NBA Playoffs between the Milwaukee Bucks and the Boston Celtics on April 28, 2019 at the Fiserv Forum in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2019 NBAE (Photo by Gary Dineen/NBAE via Getty Images)
MILWAUKEE, WI - APRIL 28: A general view of fans entering the Fiserv Forum area before Game One of the Eastern Conference Semifinals of the 2019 NBA Playoffs between the Milwaukee Bucks and the Boston Celtics on April 28, 2019 at the Fiserv Forum in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2019 NBAE (Photo by Gary Dineen/NBAE via Getty Images) /
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December 22 – vs. Indiana Pacers

Though the Bucks will have already played against the Indiana Pacers by the time December 22 rolls around, that night will mark a special occasion.

Of course, that Sunday evening tilt will serve as the homecoming for former Bucks guard Malcolm Brogdon, who departed the organization via a sign-and-trade deal and stands as the biggest exit the Bucks had to deal with this offseason.

The 2017 NBA Rookie of the Year’s three-year run in Milwaukee was a very enjoyable one and he grew into a fan favorite, due to his dependability and well-rounded game, which was an ideal fit next to the Bucks’ core stars headlined by Antetokounmpo.

Now Brogdon will look to carry on as a focal point for the Pacers as they will likely continue to solider on without star guard Victor Oladipo, who’s still recovering from a ruptured quad tendon. While one more visit will follow on March 4, that chilly December night will serve as the perfect way for Bucks fans to welcome back the 26-year-old and thank him for his three great years with the Bucks.