NBA Cup: Bucks Defeat Bulls with Giannis Antetokounmpo Scoring 41 Points
The Milwaukee Bucks continued their dominance in the NBA Cup group stage, improving to an undefeated 9-0 record in the event's three-year history. On Friday night, they secured a 126-110 victory over the Chicago Bulls.
Giannis Antetokounmpo’s Outstanding Performance
Giannis Antetokounmpo led the Bucks with 41 points, 15 rebounds, and nine assists. He scored 19 points in the fourth quarter, driving the team to pull away from the Bulls. Antetokounmpo shot 16 of 32 from the floor, marking the first time this season he shot below 61.5%.
Key Contributions from Bucks Players
- Myles Turner scored 23 points, his highest since joining Milwaukee this year.
- Ryan Rollins added 20 points to support the team.
Chicago Bulls’ Performance
- Matas Buzelis contributed 20 points and eight rebounds.
- Josh Giddey recorded 16 points, 14 assists, and seven rebounds. Giddey has posted triple-doubles in his last two games, becoming the first Bulls player to do so in consecutive games since Michael Jordan in April 1989.
NBA Cup History for Milwaukee Bucks
In past NBA Cup tournaments, Milwaukee lost to Indiana in the semifinals two seasons ago but defeated Oklahoma City 97-81 last year to win the title.
"Giannis Antetokounmpo had 41 points, 15 rebounds and nine assists and the Milwaukee Bucks opened their NBA Cup title defense with a 126-110 victory over the Chicago Bulls on Friday night."
"Giddey had triple-doubles in his last two games. He’s the first Bulls player to have triple-doubles in consecutive games since Michael Jordan in April 1989."
Author’s summary: Giannis Antetokounmpo led the Bucks to a convincing NBA Cup win over the Bulls, continuing Milwaukee’s unbeaten run in the competition’s group stage.
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