Bulls take on the Bucks on 3-game skid
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Bulls take on the Bucks on 3-game skid

Associated Press  

Milwaukee Bucks vs. Chicago Bulls Chicago; Saturday, 8 p.m. EST BOTTOM LINE: Chicago enters the matchup against Milwaukee after losing three straight games. The Bulls average 112.5 points per game, 9.3 fewer points than the 121.8 the Bulls allow to opponents. Damian Lillard is scoring 25.7 points per game and averaging 4.5 rebounds for the Bucks. LAST 10 GAMES: Bulls: 5-5, averaging 116.0 points, 45.1 rebounds, 30.5 assists, 8.2 steals and 4.6 blocks per game while shooting 46.1% from the field. Bucks: 6-4, averaging 110.9 points, 41.9 rebounds, 25.1 assists, 8.9 steals and 4.3 blocks per game while shooting 48.2% from the field.

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Cavaliers take on the Lakers, aim for 8th straight victory
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Cavaliers take on the Lakers, aim for 8th straight victory

Associated Press  

Cleveland Cavaliers vs. Los Angeles Lakers Los Angeles; Tuesday, 9 p.m. EST BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE: Cavaliers -3; over/under is 227.5 BOTTOM LINE: Cleveland is looking to build upon its seven-game win streak with a victory against Los Angeles. The Lakers average 11.8 made 3-pointers per game this season, 1.7 fewer makes per game than the Cavaliers allow. TOP PERFORMERS: Anthony …

Giddey’s triple-double sends Bulls to 116-111 win over Bucks
3 days, 15 hours ago

Giddey’s triple-double sends Bulls to 116-111 win over Bucks

Associated Press  

CHICAGO — Josh Giddey had 23 points, 15 rebounds and 10 assists for his second triple-double this season to lead the Chicago Bulls to a 116-111 win over the Milwaukee Bucks on Saturday night. The star guard came on with 18 points in the second half as Milwaukee played without NBA scoring leader Giannis Antetokounmpo for a fourth consecutive game. …

Hawks erase 21-point deficit by scoring 50 in the 4th quarter in a 141-133 win over the Bulls
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Hawks erase 21-point deficit by scoring 50 in the 4th quarter in a 141-133 win over the Bulls

Associated Press  

ATLANTA — Jalen Johnson had a career-high 30 points and the Atlanta Hawks rallied from a late 21-point deficit by scoring 50 points in the fourth quarter in a 141-133 win over the Chicago Bulls on Thursday night. Johnson added 15 rebounds and Trae Young scored 27 points, surpassing the 11,000 career point mark, and added 13 assists as the …

Suns take on the Mavericks on 3-game slide
6 days, 13 hours ago

Suns take on the Mavericks on 3-game slide

Associated Press  

Dallas Mavericks vs. Phoenix Suns Phoenix; Friday, 9 p.m. EST BOTTOM LINE: Phoenix enters the matchup with Dallas after losing three straight games. Phoenix is seventh in the Western Conference with 33.5 defensive rebounds per game led by Jusuf Nurkic averaging 7.7. LAST 10 GAMES: Suns: 4-6, averaging 113.8 points, 41.6 rebounds, 28.2 assists, 7.7 steals and 4.5 blocks per …

Milwaukee plays Brooklyn, aims for 4th straight home win
1 week ago

Milwaukee plays Brooklyn, aims for 4th straight home win

Associated Press  

Brooklyn Nets vs. Milwaukee Bucks Milwaukee; Thursday, 8 p.m. EST BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE: Bucks -9; over/under is 216.5 BOTTOM LINE: Milwaukee hosts Brooklyn trying to extend its three-game home winning streak. The Bucks are shooting 48.1% from the field this season, 0.6 percentage points lower than the 48.7% the Nets allow to opponents. LAST 10 GAMES: Bucks: 7-3, averaging 112.8 …

Middleton and Lopez lead the way as Bucks pound Bulls 112-91 without Giannis, Lillard
1 week, 1 day ago

Middleton and Lopez lead the way as Bucks pound Bulls 112-91 without Giannis, Lillard

Associated Press  

CHICAGO — Khris Middleton and Brook Lopez each scored 21 points, Bobby Portis added 19 points and 13 rebounds, and the Milwaukee Bucks beat the Chicago Bulls 112-91 on Monday without Giannis Antetokounmpo and Damian Lillard. Bulls: The Bulls were a bit thin in the backcourt, with Lonzo Ball out with an illness and Josh Giddey missing his third straight …

Antetokounmpo, Lillard remain sidelined for Bucks against Bulls
1 week, 1 day ago

Antetokounmpo, Lillard remain sidelined for Bucks against Bulls

Associated Press  

CHICAGO — The Milwaukee Bucks remained without two of their biggest stars as Giannis Antetokounmpo and Damian Lillard missed the game against the Chicago Bulls on Monday. The eight-time All-Star sat out the previous two with a strained right calf, which coach Doc Rivers said is “much better.” As for Antetokounmpo? He had 18 points, eight assists and six rebounds …

Antetokounmpo, Bucks to visit Vucevic, Bulls
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Antetokounmpo, Bucks to visit Vucevic, Bulls

Associated Press  

Milwaukee Bucks vs. Chicago Bulls Chicago; Monday, 8 p.m. EST BOTTOM LINE: Eastern Conference foes Chicago and Milwaukee will play on Monday. TOP PERFORMERS: Vucevic is scoring 20.9 points per game with 9.8 rebounds and 3.2 assists for the Bulls. LAST 10 GAMES: Bulls: 5-5, averaging 118.4 points, 44.9 rebounds, 30.0 assists, 8.1 steals and 5.2 blocks per game while …

Bulls face the Celtics on 3-game win streak
1 week, 5 days ago

Bulls face the Celtics on 3-game win streak

Associated Press  

Boston Celtics vs. Chicago Bulls Chicago; Saturday, 8 p.m. EST BOTTOM LINE: Chicago will look to keep its three-game win streak going when the Bulls take on Boston. The Celtics’ 45.6% shooting percentage from the field this season is 2.2 percentage points lower than the Bulls have given up to their opponents. LAST 10 GAMES: Bulls: 6-4, averaging 121.3 points, …

Antetokounmpo leads Bucks to NBA Cup tournament title over Thunder
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Antetokounmpo leads Bucks to NBA Cup tournament title over Thunder

Al Jazeera  

Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Milwaukee Bucks silenced the Oklahoma City Thunder in the second half to win the second edition of the NBA Cup with a 97-81 victory in Las Vegas. Two-time NBA Most Valuable Player Antetokounmpo delivered a triple-double of 26 points, 19 rebounds and 10 assists along with two steals and three blocked shots for the Bucks, who …

Giannis, Bucks use 3-point barrage to beat Thunder 97-81 for NBA Cup title
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Giannis, Bucks use 3-point barrage to beat Thunder 97-81 for NBA Cup title

Associated Press  

LAS VEGAS — Everyone has a lucky number in Las Vegas. Share Share Copy Link copied Email Facebook X Reddit LinkedIn Pinterest Flipboard Print Oklahoma City Thunder forward Jalen Williams shoots against Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo and center Brook Lopez. Share Share Copy Link copied Email Facebook X Reddit LinkedIn Pinterest Flipboard Print Email Facebook X Reddit LinkedIn Pinterest …

NBA roundup: Jamal Murray’s late shot lifts Nuggets past Kings; Pistons edge past Heat in OT
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NBA roundup: Jamal Murray’s late shot lifts Nuggets past Kings; Pistons edge past Heat in OT

The Hindu  

Jamal Murray scored a team-high 28 points and hit the go-ahead hoop with 8.6 seconds remaining as the Denver Nuggets outlasted the Sacramento Kings 130-129 for a dramatic road win on Monday night. Sacramento’s De’Aaron Fox was the game’s leading scorer with 29 points, while Domantas Sabonis had 28 to go with 14 rebounds, six assists and three steals. 76ers …

NBA Cup: Giannis stars in Milwaukee Bucks’ win against Atalanta Hawks, to face Oklahoma City Thunder in final
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2 weeks, 3 days ago

NBA Cup: Giannis stars in Milwaukee Bucks’ win against Atalanta Hawks, to face Oklahoma City Thunder in final

The Hindu  

Giannis Antetokounmpo scored 32 points and grabbed 14 rebounds on Saturday to spark the Milwaukee Bucks into the NBA Cup final with a 110-102 victory over the Atlanta Hawks. We’ve got to keep playing together and hope we get better.” Two Jalen Johnson dunks late in the third quarter gave the Hawks an 83-82 lead entering the fourth. The game …

Bucks dispatch Hawks, advance to NBA Cup title game
2 weeks, 3 days ago

Bucks dispatch Hawks, advance to NBA Cup title game

Hindustan Times  

LAS VEGAS - Giannis Antetokounmpo tallied 30 points, 12 rebounds and eight assists to lead the Milwaukee Bucks to the NBA Cup final with a 110-102 win over the Atlanta Hawks on Saturday. Young scored 14 points in the third quarter, helping the Hawks erase Milwaukee's lead. The Hawks led 28-26 after the first quarter, but Milwaukee outscored them by …

Chicago and Charlotte face off for conference matchup
2 weeks, 6 days ago

Chicago and Charlotte face off for conference matchup

Associated Press  

Charlotte Hornets vs. Chicago Bulls Chicago; Friday, 8 p.m. EST BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE: Bulls -5; over/under is 232 BOTTOM LINE: LaMelo Ball and the Charlotte Hornets visit Nikola Vucevic and the Chicago Bulls in Eastern Conference play. TOP PERFORMERS: Zach LaVine is scoring 22.1 points per game and averaging 4.4 rebounds for the Bulls. LAST 10 GAMES: Bulls: 4-6, averaging …

Bucks beat Magic 114-109 to return to the NBA Cup semifinals in Las Vegas
3 weeks ago

Bucks beat Magic 114-109 to return to the NBA Cup semifinals in Las Vegas

Associated Press  

MILWAUKEE — Giannis Antetokounmpo scored 37 points, Damian Lillard had nine of his 28 in the final minute and the Milwaukee Bucks returned to the NBA Cup semifinals in Las Vegas by beating the Orlando Magic 114-109 on Tuesday night. Takeaways Magic: Orlando’s bench scored 28 points in the first half, including 13 by Moritz Wagner and 10 from Anthony …

Bucks and Thunder punch tickets to NBA Cup semifinals
3 weeks, 1 day ago

Bucks and Thunder punch tickets to NBA Cup semifinals

CNN  

CNN — The second annual NBA Cup’s knockout phase began with a Tuesday night doubleheader of quarterfinal games. “So, I think all of us are thinking, going back and finishing what we started last year and doing it right this time.” Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander shoots a three against the Dallas Mavericks. Nate Billings/AP Thunder top Mavs with …

Hawks win 5th straight game and halt the Bucks’ winning streak at 7 with 119-104 victory
3 weeks, 6 days ago

Hawks win 5th straight game and halt the Bucks’ winning streak at 7 with 119-104 victory

Associated Press  

MILWAUKEE — Jalen Johnson had 23 points and 13 rebounds and the Atlanta Hawks halted Milwaukee’s winning streak at seven games, beating the Bucks 119-104 on Wednesday night. De’Andre Hunter scored 20 points, Trae Young 17, Bogdan Bogdanovic 15, Onyeka Okongwu 13 and Zaccharie Risacher 12 as the Hawks extended their winning streak to five games. Taurean Prince, the league’s …

Bucks advance in NBA Cup as Antetokounmpo and Lillard key 128-107 win over Pistons
4 weeks ago

Bucks advance in NBA Cup as Antetokounmpo and Lillard key 128-107 win over Pistons

Associated Press  

DETROIT — Giannis Antetokounmpo scored 28 points and Damian Lillard had 27, lifting the surging Milwaukee Bucks to a 128-107 win over the Detroit Pistons on Tuesday night and into the NBA Cup quarterfinals. Cade Cunningham scored 23 points, Tobias Harris had 16, Tim Hardaway scored 15 and Jalen Duren added 11 for the Pistons. Milwaukee’s Gary Trent Jr. scored …

Mavericks face the Trail Blazers, seek 4th straight win
1 month ago

Mavericks face the Trail Blazers, seek 4th straight win

Associated Press  

Dallas Mavericks vs. Portland Trail Blazers Portland, Oregon; Sunday, 9 p.m. EST BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE: Mavericks -7.5; over/under is 228.5 BOTTOM LINE: Dallas will attempt to continue its three-game win streak with a victory against Portland. The Trail Blazers are shooting 42.8% from the field this season, 1.7 percentage points lower than the 44.5% the Mavericks allow to opponents. LAST …

Hornets take on the Hawks on 4-game slide
1 month ago

Hornets take on the Hawks on 4-game slide

Associated Press  

Atlanta Hawks vs. Charlotte Hornets Charlotte, North Carolina; Saturday, 6 p.m. EST BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE: Hawks -3.5; over/under is 227 BOTTOM LINE: Charlotte heads into the matchup with Atlanta after losing four straight games. The Hornets score 107.7 points per game, 12.5 fewer points than the 120.2 the Hawks allow. LAST 10 GAMES: Hornets: 2-8, averaging 105.6 points, 46.0 rebounds, …

Tatum scores 35, Pritchard adds 29 off the bench and Celtics outlast Bulls 138-129
1 month ago

Tatum scores 35, Pritchard adds 29 off the bench and Celtics outlast Bulls 138-129

Associated Press  

CHICAGO — Jayson Tatum scored 35 points and had 14 rebounds to lead the Boston Celtics past the Chicago Bulls 138-129 in Friday night’s NBA Cup pool game. Reserve Payton Pritchard added a season-best 29 points, including 11 straight during a fourth-quarter run that gave the Celtics the lead for good. Zach LaVine added 29 points for the Bulls, including …

Bucks face the Wizards on 5-game win streak
1 month ago

Bucks face the Wizards on 5-game win streak

Associated Press  

Washington Wizards vs. Milwaukee Bucks Milwaukee; Saturday, 8 p.m. EST BOTTOM LINE: Milwaukee heads into a matchup with Washington as winners of five games in a row. Milwaukee leads the Eastern Conference with 35.3 defensive rebounds per game led by Giannis Antetokounmpo averaging 9.8. The Wizards average 107.8 points per game, 4.5 fewer than the 112.3 the Bucks allow to …

Boston plays Chicago on 6-game win streak
1 month ago

Boston plays Chicago on 6-game win streak

Associated Press  

Boston Celtics vs. Chicago Bulls Chicago; Friday, 8 p.m. EST BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE: Celtics -8.5; over/under is 238.5 BOTTOM LINE: Boston will attempt to keep its six-game win streak alive when the Celtics take on Chicago. Chicago is second in the Eastern Conference with 35.1 defensive rebounds per game led by Nikola Vucevic averaging 7.9. The Celtics average 18.9 made …

NBA Cup roundup: Damian Lillard hoists banged-up Bucks over Heat
1 month ago

NBA Cup roundup: Damian Lillard hoists banged-up Bucks over Heat

The Hindu  

Damian Lillard scored 37 points and dished out 12 assists as the short-handed Milwaukee Bucks defeated the host Miami Heat 106-103 in an NBA Cup game on Tuesday night. Julius Randle scored 21 points and Naz Reid contributed 19 off the bench for the Timberwolves, who fell to 1-2 in West Group A. Suns 127, Lakers 100 Devin Booker recorded …

Ball’s career-high 50 points not enough as Antetokounmpo, Lillard lead Bucks past Hornets 125-119
1 month, 1 week ago

Ball’s career-high 50 points not enough as Antetokounmpo, Lillard lead Bucks past Hornets 125-119

Associated Press  

MILWAUKEE — Giannis Antetokounmpo had 32 points and 11 rebounds and Damian Lillard added 31 points to lead the Milwaukee Bucks past the Charlotte Hornets 125-119 on Saturday night for their fourth consecutive victory. Milwaukee opened the fourth quarter with a 14-5 spurt for a 110-90 lead, but the Hornets got it to 121-119 on Brandon Miller’s 3-pointer with 15 …

Antetokounmpo leads Milwaukee against Indiana after 41-point game
1 month, 1 week ago

Antetokounmpo leads Milwaukee against Indiana after 41-point game

Associated Press  

Indiana Pacers vs. Milwaukee Bucks Milwaukee; Friday, 8 p.m. EST BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE: Bucks -4; over/under is 235.5 BOTTOM LINE: Milwaukee plays the Indiana Pacers after Giannis Antetokounmpo scored 41 points in the Milwaukee Bucks’ 122-106 victory over the Chicago Bulls. The Pacers average 114.3 points per game, 2.1 more than the 112.2 the Bucks give up to opponents. LAST …

Antetokounmpo scores 41 points as Bucks beat Bulls 122-106 for 4th win in 5 games
1 month, 1 week ago

Antetokounmpo scores 41 points as Bucks beat Bulls 122-106 for 4th win in 5 games

Associated Press  

MILWAUKEE — Giannis Antetokounmpo had 41 points, nine rebounds and eight assists as the Milwaukee Bucks beat the Chicago Bulls 122-106 on Wednesday night. Brook Lopez scored 21 points, Damian Lillard had 20 points and 10 assists, and AJ Green added 18 points to help the Bucks win for the fourth time in five games following a 2-8 start. Takeaways …

Milwaukee takes home win streak into matchup with Chicago
1 month, 1 week ago

Milwaukee takes home win streak into matchup with Chicago

Associated Press  

Chicago Bulls vs. Milwaukee Bucks Milwaukee; Wednesday, 7:30 p.m. EST BOTTOM LINE: Milwaukee will try to keep its three-game home win streak alive when the Bucks face Chicago. Chicago is sixth in the Eastern Conference with 16.3 fast break points per game led by Zach LaVine averaging 5.7. LAST 10 GAMES: Bucks: 4-6, averaging 109.1 points, 43.2 rebounds, 22.9 assists, …

Mitchell magic helps Cavs tame Bulls, keep perfect record
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Mitchell magic helps Cavs tame Bulls, keep perfect record

China Daily  

Cleveland Cavaliers guard Donovan Mitchell grabs a rebound away from Chicago Bulls forward Patrick Williams during an NBA game in Chicago on Monday. USA TODAY SPORTS VIA REUTERS CHICAGO — Donovan Mitchell scored 36 points, as the unbeaten Cleveland Cavaliers came from behind once more to preserve their 100 percent start to the season with a 119-113 victory over the …

NBA roundup: Cavs make it 12-0 with win over Bulls
1 month, 2 weeks ago

NBA roundup: Cavs make it 12-0 with win over Bulls

The Hindu  

Donovan Mitchell scored a season-high 36 points and Evan Mobley had a double-double of 15 points and 11 rebounds as the visiting Cleveland Cavaliers remained undefeated with a 119-113 win against the Chicago Bulls on Monday. Nets 107, Pelicans 105 Cam Thomas scored 17 points, including a go-ahead 3-pointer with 32.9 seconds remaining, and visiting Brooklyn handed New Orleans its …

NBA roundup: Celtics top Bucks despite Giannis’ 43 points
1 month, 3 weeks ago

NBA roundup: Celtics top Bucks despite Giannis’ 43 points

The Hindu  

Jayson Tatum scored 31 points with 12 rebounds and six assists to help the visiting Boston Celtics overcome a 17-point deficit and defeat the Milwaukee Bucks 113-107 on Sunday. Paul George scored 15 points on 6-of-18 shooting and dished out nine assists for the Sixers, but he didn’t play in OT after logging 33 minutes in his continued return from …

Toronto visits Milwaukee after Antetokounmpo’s 43-point showing
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Toronto visits Milwaukee after Antetokounmpo’s 43-point showing

Associated Press  

Toronto Raptors vs. Milwaukee Bucks Milwaukee; Tuesday, 8 p.m. EST BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE: Bucks -8.5; over/under is 230 BOTTOM LINE: Milwaukee takes on the Toronto Raptors after Giannis Antetokounmpo scored 43 points in the Milwaukee Bucks’ 113-107 loss to the Boston Celtics. Milwaukee went 49-33 overall, 34-18 in Eastern Conference action and 31-11 at home during the 2023-24 season. The …

LeBron gets 2nd straight triple-double, Anthony Davis injured in Lakers’ 123-103 win over Raptors
1 month, 3 weeks ago

LeBron gets 2nd straight triple-double, Anthony Davis injured in Lakers’ 123-103 win over Raptors

Associated Press  

LOS ANGELES — LeBron James recorded his second straight triple-double, and Anthony Davis scored 22 points before leaving with an eye injury in the third quarter of the Los Angeles Lakers ' 123-103 victory over the Toronto Raptors on Sunday night. Takeaways Raptors: Immanuel Quickley scored 12 points and played back-to-back games in LA after missing eight straight with a …

Bulls pull off comeback to beat Hawks 125-113, snap 4-game skid
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Bulls pull off comeback to beat Hawks 125-113, snap 4-game skid

Associated Press  

ATLANTA — After trailing for the majority of the game, the Chicago Bulls stormed back in the second half to defeat the Atlanta Hawks 125-113, snapping a four-game losing streak on Saturday night. Atlanta outscored Chicago 37-24 in the first quarter and led by as many as 18, but the Bulls started the fourth quarter with a 14-3 run and …

Lillard, Antetokounmpo lead the way as Bucks snap 6-game skid with 123-100 victory over Jazz
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Lillard, Antetokounmpo lead the way as Bucks snap 6-game skid with 123-100 victory over Jazz

Associated Press  

MILWAUKEE — Damian Lillard scored 34 points, Giannis Antetokounmpo had 31 points and 16 rebounds and the Milwaukee Bucks snapped a six-game skid, beating the Utah Jazz 123-100 on Thursday night. Bucks: Milwaukee coach Doc Rivers shuffled his lineup by giving Andre Jackson Jr. his first start of the season and moving Gary Trent Jr. to a bench role. Antetokounmpo …

Grizzlies Dominate Bucks, Clinching 122-99 Victory
2 months ago

Grizzlies Dominate Bucks, Clinching 122-99 Victory

Associated Press  

The Memphis Grizzlies dominated the Milwaukee Bucks in a convincing 122-99 victory on Thursday night. Ja Morant shone with a triple-double, recording 26 points, 14 assists and 10 rebounds. The Grizzlies built a 31-point lead in the second half and maintained their momentum throughout the game. The Bucks struggled to shoot efficiently, shooting only 42% from the field and 3 …

Chicago Bulls Hold on to Beat Magic 102-99 Despite Struggles in the Fourth Quarter
2 months ago

Chicago Bulls Hold on to Beat Magic 102-99 Despite Struggles in the Fourth Quarter

Associated Press  

The Chicago Bulls defeated the Magic 102-99 in a thrilling contest in Chicago. Despite trailing by 20 points in the first half, the Bulls staged a remarkable comeback with a 12-3 run in the second quarter. The Bulls' defense held the Magic scoreless for over seven minutes in the fourth quarter, securing the win with a final-minute 3-pointer by Patrick …

Improved 3-Point Shooting Fuels Bulls' Victory Over Bucks
2 months ago

Improved 3-Point Shooting Fuels Bulls' Victory Over Bucks

Associated Press  

The Chicago Bulls showcased their improved 3-point production in a 133-122 victory over the Milwaukee Bucks. Chicago went 21 of 47 from 3-point range, the most 3s the Bulls had made in a game since hitting a team-record 25 against New Orleans on Feb. 10, 2021. It was only the eighth time in franchise history that the Bulls made 20 …

Bulls Dominate Bucks in Thrilling Thriller
2 months ago

Bulls Dominate Bucks in Thrilling Thriller

Associated Press  

The Chicago Bulls defeated the Milwaukee Bucks 133-122 in their home opener. Coby White led the Bulls with 35 points, while Zach LaVine added 25 points. Giannis Antetokounmpo led the Bucks with 38 points, 11 rebounds and five assists. The Bulls broke a 72-all tie in the third quarter and pulled ahead for good by scoring seven straight points.

Bulls, Lonzo Ball targeting return Wednesday for first game since January 2022: Sources
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Bulls, Lonzo Ball targeting return Wednesday for first game since January 2022: Sources

New York Times  

CHICAGO — The Chicago Bulls and point guard Lonzo Ball are targeting his long-awaited return in Wednesday’s home preseason game against the Minnesota Timberwolves, team sources said. So just making sure my body is ready to play.” Chicago Bulls coach Billy Donovan told local reporters over the weekend that Ball was held out of the team’s shootaround Saturday after experiencing …

Pacers try to secure series victory over the Bucks
8 months ago

Pacers try to secure series victory over the Bucks

Associated Press  

Indiana Pacers vs. Milwaukee Bucks Milwaukee; Tuesday, 9:30 p.m. EDT BETMGM SPORTSBOOK: LINE Pacers -3.5; over/under is 216.5 EASTERN CONFERENCE FIRST ROUND: Pacers lead series 3-1 BOTTOM LINE: The Indiana Pacers look to clinch the series over the Milwaukee Bucks in game five of the Eastern Conference first round. The Bucks score 119.0 points per game, 1.2 fewer points than …

Damian Lillard, Giannis Antetokounmpo out for Bucks’ Game 4 vs. Pacers
8 months ago

Damian Lillard, Giannis Antetokounmpo out for Bucks’ Game 4 vs. Pacers

New York Times  

Shams Charania, Mark Puleo and Eric Nehm Milwaukee Bucks stars Damian Lillard and Giannis Antetokounmpo are out for Sunday’s Game 4 against the Indiana Pacers, the team announced. On Sunday, Bucks coach Doc Rivers told reporters that the MRI results for Lillard revealed there was “Achilles stuff, but that’s as far as I’ll go.” Rivers said that they are not …

NBA Playoffs roundup: Mavs grab road win over Clippers
8 months, 1 week ago

NBA Playoffs roundup: Mavs grab road win over Clippers

The Hindu  

Luka Doncic had 32 points and nine assists and Kyrie Irving added 23 points as the Dallas Mavericks got the best of the Los Angeles Clippers 96-93 in Game 2 on Tuesday to even their first-round playoff series. Pacers 125, Bucks 108 Pascal Siakam recorded 37 points, 11 rebounds and six assists and Indiana evened its first-round Eastern Conference playoff …

Damian Lillard’s 35-point 1st half helps Bucks beat Pacers 109-94 without Giannis in playoff opener
8 months, 1 week ago

Damian Lillard’s 35-point 1st half helps Bucks beat Pacers 109-94 without Giannis in playoff opener

Associated Press  

MILWAUKEE — Damian Lillard’s sensational start ensured the Milwaukee Bucks would fare just fine without Giannis Antetokounmpo in their playoff opener. That was just my mentality, to come out and try to set the tone.” The Bucks needed Lillard to step up without Antetokounmpo, whose return date is uncertain as he deals with a strained left calf that also caused …

Lillard’s unusual night in Bucks’ win includes 35 points in first half and 0 in second half
8 months, 1 week ago

Lillard’s unusual night in Bucks’ win includes 35 points in first half and 0 in second half

Associated Press  

MILWAUKEE — Damian Lillard couldn’t be stopped in the first half — and couldn’t score a point in the second. Lillard scored all 35 of his points before halftime in the Bucks’ 109-94 victory over the Indiana Pacers on Sunday to open their Eastern Conference first-round playoff series. Since the play-by-play era began in 1995, no player ever scored that …

Antetokounmpo’s injury casts shadow over Bucks’ first-round series with Pacers
8 months, 1 week ago

Antetokounmpo’s injury casts shadow over Bucks’ first-round series with Pacers

Associated Press  

MILWAUKEE — The Milwaukee Bucks are dealing with injuries to key players during the playoffs — again. “Just my immediate family I’ll be getting tickets for.” Haliburton averaged 27 points and 11 assists against Milwaukee in the regular season. BEASLEY’S BIG TALK When he was asked about Milwaukee’s 1-4 record against Indiana during a January interview with Bleacher Report, Bucks …

Heat beat Bulls 112-91 to secure the eighth seed for second straight year
8 months, 1 week ago

Heat beat Bulls 112-91 to secure the eighth seed for second straight year

Associated Press  

MIAMI — Tyler Herro scored 24 points and was an assist shy of a triple-double, rookie Jaime Jaquez Jr. added 21 points and the Miami Heat grabbed the last spot in the Eastern Conference playoffs, running away from the Chicago Bulls 112-91 in a play-in tournament elimination game Friday night. Herro finished with 10 rebounds and nine assists, and the …

Heat meet the Bulls in play-in game
8 months, 1 week ago

Heat meet the Bulls in play-in game

Associated Press  

Chicago Bulls vs. Miami Heat Miami; Friday, 7 p.m. EDT BETMGM SPORTSBOOK: LINE Heat -1.5; over/under is 205 PLAY-IN GAME: The Heat and Bulls meet to decide the eighth seed in the Eastern Conference. The Heat average 12.5 made 3-pointers per game this season, 2.1 fewer makes per game than the Bulls allow. The Bulls average 11.5 made 3-pointers per …

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