Posts

Unexpected Spark Lifts Bucks Past Hawks in Tense 112-110 MLK Day Win

-
Image
The Milwaukee Bucks held on for a dramatic 112-110 victory over the Atlanta Hawks on MLK Day, surviving a furious second-half comeback to secure an important road win. Milwaukee looked firmly in control midway through the third quarter, building a 23-point lead behind efficient offense and strong rebounding. But the Hawks flipped the momentum after halftime, steadily erasing the deficit and briefly taking the lead late in the fourth quarter to turn the game into a tense finish. The Bucks narrowly escaped thanks to steady leadership and balanced production. Giannis Antetokounmpo led the way with 21 points, 17 rebounds, and six assists, anchoring the team on both ends of the floor. Milwaukee also had five players score in double figures, with Bobby Portis providing a major boost off the bench by pouring in 19 points and injecting energy when the game tightened. Beyond the usual contributors, however, one unexpected performance stood out. Pete Nance Seizes His Chance  Pete Nance’s ear...
Post a Comment
Read more

Why the Bucks Being Interested in Ja Morant Makes Sense

-
Image
At first, the idea of the Milwaukee Bucks wanting Ja Morant feels strange. Over the summer, they didn’t seem interested in getting a clear second star to play next to Giannis Antetokounmpo. Now, with reports linking them to Morant and other big names, it looks like they’ve changed their mindSource:  And there’s a clear reason why. The Bucks struggle badly when Giannis is off the floor When Giannis is playing, the Bucks are very good. Stats from Cleaning the Glass show that Milwaukee scores about 11 more points per 100 possessions than their opponents when he’s on the court. But when Giannis sits, everything falls apart. The Bucks get outscored by about 11 points per 100 possessions without him. That’s a huge drop, and it’s been happening all season. The main problem is simple: the Bucks don’t have someone who can run the offense when Giannis is resting. Kevin Porter Jr. and Ryan Rollins have had some good moments, but neither has been able to consistently lead the team on their own...
Post a Comment
Read more