The Milwaukee Bucks won against the San Antonio Spurs on Wednesday, securing a 121-105 victory against Victor Wembanyama’s team. Giannis Antetokounmpo, Brook Lopez, and Damian Lillard led the charge, contributing to the Bucks’ sixth win in their last nine games. The dominant performances of the trio have been a key factor in the team’s strong comeback after a slow start to the season.
With the win, the Bucks improved to a 19-16 record, moving into fifth place in the Eastern Conference. Meanwhile, the Spurs’ loss dropped them to 18-19, leaving them in the tenth spot in the Western Conference. It marked their third straight loss after losses against the Chicago Bulls and Denver Nuggets.
Giannis Antetokounmpo Leads the Charge As The Milwaukee Bucks Defeat Spurs
Giannis Antetokounmpo was the star of the game, posting 25 points, 16 rebounds, and eight assists on 11-of-21 shooting. His performance not only helped the Bucks secure the win but also made history, as Giannis became the Bucks’ all-time leader in double-doubles with 432, surpassing the legendary Kareem Abdul-Jabbar.
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Damian Lillard also contributed greatly, scoring 26 points, including four three-pointers, and adding eight assists while shooting 8-for-13 from the field. Brook Lopez scored 22 points, grabbing seven rebounds and blocking two shots. Lopez also made five three-pointers, helping to stretch the floor for the Bucks.
AJ Green provided a strong boost off the bench, scoring 14 points and hitting four three-pointers. Gary Trent Jr. added 14 points, three rebounds, and two assists in the win.
For the Spurs, Victor Wembanyama had a quiet night, scoring just 10 points and grabbing 10 rebounds in 33 minutes of play. While Wembanyama did his best to make an impact, the rest of the team struggled to keep up with the Bucks’ offensive firepower. Keldon Johnson led the Spurs in scoring with 24 points, and veteran Chris Paul added 18 points, five rebounds, and seven assists in the loss.
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The Bucks will face the Orlando Magic on Friday, while the Spurs are set to take on the Los Angeles Lakers on Saturday.