Giannis Antetokounmpo’s Bucks continue their preparations against the Lakers. Bucks have kept their core with the likes of Giannis, Damian Lillard, Bobby Portis and Malik Beasley.
Elsewhere, Brazil return to World Cup qualification action in South America and Novak Djokovic is focused on his next opponent at the Shanghai Masters.
Here are SportsDey’s Top Tips for October 11.
Milwaukee Bucks v LA Lakers
NBA pre-season continues with 2021 champions, Milwaukee Bucks, come up against 32-time NBA champions, Los Angeles Lakers, as teams continue their preparations for the new season.
It’s also another chance to see the father-son combo of LeBron James and Bronny.
Chile v Brazil
The Samba Boys of Brazil have not enjoyed a smooth 2026 World Cup Qualifying campaign, losing more matches (4) than they have won (3).
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This form is likely to continue on their trip to face a Chile team desperate to get their torrid campaign on track.
Mensik v Djokovic
The men’s all-time leading grand slam winner is taking no chances against his 19-year-old opponent, stating Mensik will come out with nothing to lose when both players clash for a place in the last four of the Shanghai Masters.
Barcelona v Alba Berlin
Barca Basket are looking to recover from their loss to Zalgiris in their opening EuroLeague match when Alba Berlin come calling at the Palau Balugrana.
Hungary v Netherlands
Ronald Koeman’s Netherlands visit the Puskas Arena in Budapest looking to maintain their unbeaten start to the UEFA Nations League against a Hungary aiming to get a first win.
Coco Gauff v Magda Linette
Riding on the wave of her second title win of the season at the China Open, Coco Gauff is motivated to add another to her haul, with Magda Linette in her way for a place in the semi-final of the Wuhan Open.