The Milwaukee Bucks entered Tuesday’s game against the Toronto Raptors with one of the worst records in the NBA. This was also the first game of the NBA in-season tournament against Toronto. The Bucks won the game easily over the Raptors 99-85.
With the win, Milwaukee improves to 3-8 on the season, and Toronto drops to 2-9 on the year. This was a game that Milwaukee had to win, or it could have gotten even worse for them.
Players Stats For the Milwaukee Bucks and the Toronto Raptors Matchup
To no surprise, Giannis Antetokounmpo led the way for Milwaukee in scoring with 23 points, four rebounds, seven assists, and four blocked shots. The Bucks did not have Damian Lillard in this game because he was in concussion protocol.
Bobby Portis scored 17 points and grabbed eight rebounds. Brook Lopez scored 13 points for the Bucks, and AJ Green and Ryan Rollins each scored 12 points. The Bucks fanbase is happy with the way Green has played this season.
Gradey Dick led the way for the Raptors with 32 points. He grabbed five rebounds, recorded three assists, and recorded one steal. Two other players also scored in double figures. Jakob Poltl scored 13 points and Chris Boucher also scored 12 points off the bench for Toronto.
Fans React To Win
Wait we won??
— Buster (@TheAlphaBuster) November 13, 2024
The defensive intensity we played with tonight needs to be emulated every night. That’s championship contender ball!!!
— Shiftologist (@TheShiftologist) November 13, 2024
Good team win tonight fellas! #FearTheDeer
— Jeremy 📱 (@JERMO414) November 13, 2024
Bout time. Tired of this losing
— Grab the Net (@FishEatSleepDad) November 13, 2024
Looks like the Bucks are off to a strong start in group play! Nice teamwork on the court! 🏀
— Matty ✨💎💎 (@doodle_matty) November 13, 2024
The Milwaukee Bucks will next play on Wednesday night against the Detroit Pistons. It will be interesting to see if they can win again after beating the Toronto Raptors on Tuesday night.
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