The Milwaukee Bucks defeated the Phoenix Suns 104-101 on Sunday afternoon. Playing without Giannis Antetokounmpo (thigh contusion), it took a total team effort and a 22-point second half by Jrue Holiday to give Milwaukee their 14th straight victory. The game also marked the first time Jae Crowder faced his former team since leaving the team before the season and forcing a trade. The Suns first traded him to the Brooklyn Nets, who in turn traded him to the Bucks. After the game, Crowder described his approach and mentality when it came to facing them for the first time.
Jae Crowder Reveals How He Felt Prior to Milwaukee Bucks’ Gave vs Suns
Journalist Lori Nickel of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel asked Crowder asked him about facing his old team. She shared a video of his response on Twitter:
Must have been surreal for Jae Crowder @CJC9BOSS to play his old team just 2 games in to his return to the court.
But he said he only wanted the W in this game – Bucks beat Suns 104-101 – and to move on.
Volume up! pic.twitter.com/tgr6UteJOe
— Lori Nickel (@LoriNickel) February 26, 2023
“I just wanted to get the win,” is what Crowder stated. He talked about how he asked his Bucks teammates, before the game, to get this win for him. Crowder knew, however, it would not be an easy game. He discussed how good the Suns are as a team, but that he is glad to have gotten the win and is ready to move on.
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FAQs
When Was the Last Time Milwaukee Bucks Won a Championship?
The Milwaukee Bucks’ latest NBA Championship was captured in 2021. Giannis Antetokounmpo was dubbed MVP, averaging 35.2 points, 13.2 rebounds, 5.0 assists, 1.2 steals, and 1.8 blocks per game.
Who Owns the Milwaukee Bucks?
The Milwaukee Bucks are owned by a group of 20 investors. Major investors include Marc Lasry, Wes Edens, Jamie Dinan and Mike Fascitelli. Minority owners range from quarterback Aaron Rodgers to Gale Klappa, Executive Chairman of Wisconsin Energy Corporation.
How Many Championships Do the Milwaukee Bucks Have?
The Milwaukee Bucks have won two NBA Championships. The first came in 1971 under head coach Larry Costello. The latest came in 2021 under head coach Mike Budenholder.
Will the Milwaukee Bucks win the NBA Championship in 2023?
With another MVP-caliber season from Giannis Antetokounmpo, the Bucks continue to lead the Eastern Conference Central Division. Kris Middleton is getting healthy and Brook Lopez is having a career year – signaling the Milwaukee will make another run at the championship in 2023.
Who Is the Greek Freak?
Giannis Antetokounmpo is the Greek Freak. He was given the name based on his home country, Greece, plus his freakish size and athleticism for an NBA power forward.
