The Milwaukee Bucks secured a hard-fought 122-116 victory over the Toronto Raptors at Scotiabank Arena. Giannis Antetokounmpo delivered another dominant performance, leading all scorers with 31 points, 20 rebounds, and 7 assists. He's now tied with Nikola Jokić for second all-time with seven career games of at least 30 points, 20 rebounds, and five assists, trailing only Wilt Chamberlain.
Gary Trent Jr.'s clutch 3-pointer late in the game helped seal the win for Milwaukee. Cole Anthony provided a spark off the bench with 23 points, while Ryan Rollins and Bobby Portis Jr. also reached double figures.
Despite the balanced scoring, the Bucks struggled with turnovers, allowing the Raptors to score 16 points off of them. Toronto led at halftime, outscoring Milwaukee in the second quarter.
The Raptors, however, were coming off a season-opening win against the Atlanta Hawks. They looked impressive in that game, with Brandon Ingram fitting in well with his new team. Gradey Dick also had a strong performance off the bench. RJ Barrett was also a standout performer.
Toronto's hustle and tempo make them a tough opponent, even for a team led by Giannis. Milwaukee will be without starting point guard Kevin Porter.
Key Moments
- Antetokounmpo's dominant performance.
- Trent Jr.'s clutch 3-pointer.
- Toronto's strong second-quarter showing.
Looking Ahead
The Bucks will look to build on this victory, while the Raptors will aim to bounce back in their next game. The Eastern Conference is shaping up to be competitive, with teams like Toronto looking to make some noise.
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