The Milwaukee Bucks have made history once again with their sweep victory against the Utah Jazz. This is just the second time the team has managed this feat this century, joining the 2001-2002 team. The Bucks took home the win with a score of 144-116, improving their league-best record to 53-20 in the process. The scorers of the night included Grayson Allen, Brook Lopez, Pat Connaughton, and Jrue Holiday, with Giannis Antetokounmpo finishing with a double-double. The Jazz did try to fight back and managed to get to within six points at one point in the game, but the Bucks’ stifling defense and torrid shooting managed to suppress their spirits. Milwaukee shot 50.9% overall and 46.7% from behind the three-point line in the first half, with six different Bucks hitting threes.
Brook Lopez also proved why he is a defensive player of the year candidate with his incredible 17-point night, including 14 rebounds and seven blocked shots. The Jazz’s rookie, Ochai Agbaji, had a difficult time against the Bucks, only managing one of his eight field goal attempts for six points. The Bucks also had Khris Middleton out for the game, adding to the challenge of the night. However, the team managed to overcome their injuries and play as a unit, proving why they are such a force in the NBA.
The Bucks’ next challenge will be against the Denver Nuggets, a team that also poses a threat to their standing in the league. This game will see the top team in the Eastern Conference facing off against the top team in the Western Conference. Additionally, this game will undoubtedly be a battle between two of the best NBA players in Giannis Antetokounmpo and Nikola Jokić. Fans and pundits alike are eagerly anticipating the game, with expectations high for an entertaining and competitive match-up.
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Ref: Khris Middleton out for Bucks, Lauri Markkanen won’t play for Jazz – Milwaukee Journal Sentinel