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Antetokounmpo scores 41 points as Bucks beat Bulls 122-106 for 4th win in 5 games

Giannis Antetokounmpo had 41 points, nine rebounds and eight assists as the Milwaukee Bucks beat the Chicago Bulls 122-106

4 HOURS AGO • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Explodes for game-high 27 points Lopez racked up 27 points (11-15 FG, 5-8 3Pt, 0-1 FT), 10 rebounds, four blocks, three steals and one assist over 40 minutes during Monday's 101-100 win over the Rockets.

Impact Lopez recorded his first double-double of the season while racking up a game-high 27 points. The big man was elite on the defensive end and contributed seven steals-plus-blocks, tying Tari Eason for the game-best mark. Lopez also logged five three-pointers for the second time in his last three games, and he put in a stellar performance after posting only five points on 2-for-7 shooting in Saturday's loss to the Hornets.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Bucks win 101-100 on Lillard's late basket to snap Rockets' 5-game win streak

Damian Lillard hit a driving layup with 3.9 seconds left to give the Milwaukee Bucks a 101-100 victory over Houston that snapped the Rockets’ five-game winning streak

2 DAYS AGO • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Returns Monday Lopez (back) checked back into Monday's game against the Rockets with 5:24 remaining in the second quarter, Eric Nehm of The Athletic reports.

Impact The big man went back to the locker room early in the second quarter after blocking an Amen Thompson dunk, though Lopez hit the deck hard. However, the veteran center is back and should be able handle his workload the rest of the way.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Exits game with back injury Lopez (back) left for the locker room in the second quarter of Monday's game against the Rockets, Eric Nehm of The Athletic reports.

Impact Lopez was able to block an Amen Thompson dunk, but the former fell hard to the ground and landed on his back. Bobby Portis should see more playing time off the bench for as long as Lopez is sidelined.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Scores season-high 29 points Lopez racked up 29 points (9-17 FG, 5-8 3Pt, 6-8 FT), eight rebounds, five blocks and three steals across 40 minutes during Wednesday's 127-120 overtime win over the Pistons.

Impact Lopez enjoyed his best game of the 2024-25 campaign so far, as his efficient shooting helped him record a season-high 29 points. The veteran big man had yet to score above 15 points in a game before Wednesday's win. Lopez has somewhat struggled with his efficiency this year, posting 40.9/30.8/75.0 shooting splits across his first 12 appearances.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Antetokounmpo scores 59 and Bucks beat Pistons 127-120 in overtime

Giannis Antetokounmpo scored 59 points to pace the Milwaukee Bucks to a 127-120 overtime victory over the Detroit Pistons

NOVEMBER 14 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Strong showing on defense Lopez totaled 13 points (5-14 FG, 2-10 3Pt, 1-1 FT), seven rebounds, three assists, three blocks and two steals over 37 minutes during Tuesday's 99-85 win over the Raptors.

Impact It's the fourth time in 11 games to begin the season that Lopez has produced at least five combined steals and blocks. The 36-year-old center has had a rough start to the season otherwise, shooting just 38.8 percent from the floor and 26.3 percent from beyond the arc while averaging a career-low 9.4 points a contest with 4.8 boards, 2.2 blocks, 1.7 assists, 1.4 threes and 1.1 steals.

NOVEMBER 13 • ROTOWIRE

Antetokounmpo scores 23 to lead Bucks past Raptors 99-85 in matchup of NBA's worst

Giannis Antetokounmpo scored 23 points to lead the Milwaukee Bucks past the Toronto Raptors 99-85 in an NBA Cup game between teams that entered with the two worst records in the le...

NOVEMBER 13 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Brook Lopez, Jonas Valanciunas on Lakers' radar? The Lakers are expected to be active on the trade market after a 5-4 start with a 24th-ranked defense, Jake Fischer of Bleacher Report relay...

NOVEMBER 9 • HOOPSHYPE.COM

Another poor performance Lopez notched seven points (3-5 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 1-2 FT), three rebounds and one assist in 24 minutes during Friday's 116-94 loss to New York.

Impact After averaging 10.9 points, 5.3 rebounds, 2.4 blocks and 1.1 steals in 31.6 minutes per game over his first seven appearances, Lopez has totaled only eight points, eight rebounds, two steals and one block over his last two appearances. The veteran's 24 minutes Friday tied a season-low mark.

NOVEMBER 9 • ROTOWIRE

Shooting woes from deep in loss Lopez produced 13 points (6-12 FG, 1-5 3Pt), six rebounds, four steals and two blocks across 36 minutes during Monday's 116-114 loss to the Cavaliers.

Impact Lopez stuffed the stat sheet on the defensive end while grabbing six steals-plus-blocks for the third time this season. However, the big man struggled from three-point range once again, and he has shot only 28.2 percent from deep while attempting 5.6 triples per game. Lopez's defensive ability has helped his fantasy value, though his struggles with efficiency thus far have put a damper on his defensive production. Through seven regular-season outings, the 36-year-old has averaged 10.9 points, 5.3 rebounds, 2.4 blocks, 1.4 assists and 1.1 steals across 31.4 minutes per game.

NOVEMBER 5 • ROTOWIRE

Drains three triples vs. Memphis Lopez supplied 12 points (4-8 FG, 3-6 3Pt, 1-2 FT), three rebounds and one assist in 24 minutes during Thursday's 122-99 loss to the Grizzlies.

Impact Lopez led the Bucks in three-point makes Thursday as Milwaukee shot just 9-for-42 from beyond the arc, and he managed to finish with the second-most points on the team behind Giannis Antetokounmpo (37). Lopez has scored in double digits in four of the first five games of the regular season, though he isn't expected to see a ton of volume on offense while playing alongside Antetokounmpo and Damian Lillard.

NOVEMBER 1 • ROTOWIRE

Morant's triple-double helps Grizzlies build big lead and coast to 122-99 victory over Bucks

Ja Morant had 26 points, 14 assists and 10 rebounds and helped the Memphis Grizzlies build a 31-point second-half cushion and beat the Milwaukee Bucks 122-99

NOVEMBER 1 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Swats four in defeat Monday Lopez closed with 13 points (5-14 FG, 0-4 3Pt, 3-3 FT), six rebounds, four blocks and two steals across 32 minutes during Monday's 119-108 loss to Boston.

Impact Despite an inefficient night, the big man ended as the club's third-highest scorer behind Damian Lillard (33) and Giannis Antetokounmpo (30). Lopez also posted a game-high four blocks, and he has totaled 13 swats through four regular-season games thus far. The 36-year-old did struggle from beyond the arc, and he is now a combined 5-for-21 from downtown this year.

OCTOBER 29 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go against Chicago Lopez (quadriceps) is available for Friday's game versus the Bulls.

Impact Lopez was added to the injury report Thursday due to a minor quadriceps injury, but the veteran big man will play through it and shouldn't have any restrictions. Therefore, expect Lopez to handle his regular workload as the Bucks' starting center. He delivered 10 points, eight rebounds, six assists and six blocks across 36 minutes in the win over the 76ers on Wednesday.

OCTOBER 25 • ROTOWIRE

Probable for Friday Lopez is probable for Friday's game against the Bulls due to a right quadriceps contusion.

Impact Lopez probably suffered the contusion in the season-opening win over the 76ers on Wednesday, where he recorded 10 points, eight rebounds, six assists and six blocks across 36 minutes. The probable tag suggests he's very likely to play and handle his regular workload as Milwaukee's starting center, though.

OCTOBER 24 • ROTOWIRE

Lillard and Antetokounmpo power Bucks past short-handed 76ers 124-109

Damian Lillard scored 30 points, Giannis Antetokounmpo added 25 and the Milwaukee Bucks defeated the Philadelphia 76ers 124-109 in the season opener for both teams

OCTOBER 24 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Returns to starting lineup Lopez will start Wednesday's regular-season opener against the 76ers.

Impact As expected, Lopez will return to the starting lineup after resting during the preseason finale. The talented big man averaged 2.4 blocks and 1.9 made three-pointers per game across 79 regular-season appearances last year.

OCTOBER 23 • ROTOWIRE

Not listed on injury report Lopez (rest) isn't listed on the injury report for Wednesday's regular-season opener against the 76ers.

Impact As expected, Lopez will suit up for Opening Night after resting during the Bucks' preseason finale. The veteran averaged 2.4 blocks and 1.9 made three-pointers per game across 79 regular-season appearances last year.

OCTOBER 22 • ROTOWIRE

Not starting Thursday Lopez (rest) is not in the starting lineup for Thursday's preseason game against the Mavericks.

Impact The Bucks have decided to rest most of their key contributors for this preseason finale, so Lopez isn't expected to see action. Either way, he should be fully available for the regular-season opener against the 76ers next Wednesday.

OCTOBER 17 • ROTOWIRE

NBA Central Division has Pacers and Cavs eager to build on momentum while Bucks hope to stay healthy

Tyrese Haliburton and the Indiana Pacers want to show their run to the Eastern Conference finals last year was no fluke

OCTOBER 15 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Sees limited minutes Sunday Lopez posted eight points (3-6 FG, 2-5 3Pt), four rebounds, two steals and two blocks across 15 minutes in Sunday's 120-87 preseason loss to the Pistons.

Impact It seems head coach Doc Rivers tried to limit the minutes of the potential starters in this preseason opener, as no player reached the 20-minute threshold. Lopez will open the 2024-25 season as the starting center and should see steady minutes down low as Giannis Anteotkounmpo's frontcourt partner.

OCTOBER 7 • ROTOWIRE

Bucks Open to Trading Brook Lopez, But With High Asking Price, per Report With a high salary and Milwaukee’s high asking price, Lopez is no closer to getting traded.

JULY 5 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM