Lillard sparkles, Antetokounmpo returns to help Bucks hold off Nets, 115-108
Associated PressMILWAUKEE — Damian Lillard had his third straight game with at least 30 points. Lillard had 30 points and 12 assists and made two late steals as the Milwaukee Bucks capitalized on Giannis Antetokounmpo’s return to beat the Brooklyn Nets 115-108 on Thursday night. “I think in my career, I haven’t been known as a defender, but down the stretch of games, I’ve always been able to have a moment or do what I needed to do at the end of the game defensively,” said Lillard, who has averaged 31 points and 11.3 assists over his last three games. “We didn’t get a win, but I really believe that we grew tonight,” Nets interim coach Kevin Ollie said. I just want them to grow.” Cam Johnson made a 3-pointer with 6:58 left to put Brooklyn ahead 87-88, giving the Nets their first lead since 11-9.