The Milwaukee Bucks vs Philadelphia 76ers was the first duel of the 2024-25 NBA season for the two teams. Wells Fargo Center was the venue for this game between the teams trying to put pressure on the defending champions, the Boston Celtics. Giannis Antetokounmpo scored the first four points for his team, but the 76ers responded despite missing Joel Embiid and Paul George.
Giannis Antetokounmpo, Damian Lillard, and Tyrese Maxey for the 76ers tried to make an impact early on. Lillard led the way for the Bucks, scoring 30 points (including 15 in the third quarter), nine rebounds, and six assists. Giannis Antetokounmpo contributed 25 points, 14 rebounds, and seven assists. For the Sixers, Tyrese Maxey and Kelly Oubre Jr. were the best scorers, with 25 and 21 points, respectively.
Milwaukee Bucks vs Philadelphia 76ers player stats and box score
Milwaukee Bucks player stats and box score
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Philadelphia 76ers player stats and box score
Milwaukee Bucks vs Philadelphia 76ers game recap
After Giannis Antetokounmpo scored the first four points for his team, the 76ers responded with Tyrese Maxey dropping five units. Bobby Portis showed up with nine points off the bench, after missing only one shot of five attempts in the first period.
The Bucks took off in the second quarter, taking a 58-47 lead after winning the quarter 36-24. Bobby Portis continued his good performances with four more points while Giannis Antetokounmpo only made a field goal. Damian Lillard was more aggressive, finishing with 12 points on 4-of-10 from the field. Tyrese Maxey responded with 15 points, but it wasn't enough as Kelly Oubre Jr. was the second-best scorer with eight points. Damian Lillard went off in the third quarter, adding 18 points in the third quarter alone. He grabbed seven rebounds and five assists ahead of the fourth quarter, dominating the 76ers and entering the final period up 100-81. Philadelphia tried to make a comeback in the fourth quarter (28-24), but their efforts fell short to the Bucks,
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