In a commanding performance, the Milwaukee Bucks defeated the Sacramento Kings 130-115 on Tuesday night, effectively ending the Kings’ seven-game winning streak. Giannis Antetokounmpo led the charge with his 50th career triple-double, scoring 30 points, dishing out 13 assists, and grabbing 11 rebounds. This achievement marks Antetokounmpo’s fifth triple-double of the season, although he also recorded a sixth in the Bucks’ recent NBA Cup championship victory against Oklahoma City, which did not count officially for statistics.
The Bucks showcased their offensive prowess, posting their highest point total of the season. They took control early, never trailing in the game and building a lead as great as 28 points by the second quarter. Supporting Antetokounmpo were Damian Lillard with 24 points, Brook Lopez who added 21 points, and A.J. Green contributing 16 points.
Sacramento struggled without key player Malik Monk, who missed the game due to a sore groin, and despite DeMar DeRozan’s 28 points, they could not keep pace with the Bucks. The Kings, under interim coach Doug Christie, now sit at 7-2 since he took over after Mike Brown was relieved of his duties.
A highlight of the game came when Lillard recorded one of his rare blocks this season, demonstrating Milwaukee’s strong defensive efforts. The Bucks solidified their lead with a striking 21-2 run late in the first quarter.
Both teams are looking ahead to their next matches, with the Kings scheduled to host the Houston Rockets on Thursday, while the Bucks will remain at home to challenge the Orlando Magic on Wednesday.
As the season progresses, the Bucks’ resilience and ability to bounce back from their recent loss could signal a turning point, as they aim to build momentum moving forward.