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Pistons cough up 18-point lead in OT loss to Bucks as Giannis Antetokounmpo scores 59 MILWAUKEE - When the league released the schedule for the 2024-25 season, nearly everyone expected t...
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Giannis Antetokounmpo ERUPTS For 59-PT DOUBLE-DOUBLE! 🔥| November 13, 2024
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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 PistonsNOVEMBER 14 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
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Giannis Antetokounmpo EPIC 59 PTS & 14 REB vs Pistons 🔥 FULL Highlights
NOVEMBER 14 • YOUTUBE
Gets starting nod Wednesday Wright is in the starting lineup for Wednesday's game against the Pistons.
Impact Wright will get the nod at point guard with Damian Lillard (concussion) and Ryan Rollins (shoulder) sidelined for this contest. Wright will combine with AJ Green to handle the point guard duties. This will be the first start of the season for the 10-year veteran.
NOVEMBER 14 • ROTOWIRE
Officially out Wednesday Rollins (shoulder) will not play Wednesday versus Detroit.
Impact Rollins's absence will be thrust into the hands of what has been an underwhelming second unit for Milwaukee this season. Andre Jackson and AJ Green, although defensively and offensively inclined, respectively, are the most likely candidates for relevant production
NOVEMBER 14 • ROTOWIRE
Bucks could cut ties with Khris Middleton in favor of Rockets' $86 million enforcer | Sporting News The Milwaukee Bucks were recently predicted to part ways with Khris Middleton via a major trade with the Houston Rockets.
NOVEMBER 14 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM
Late scratch Wednesday Portis is officially out for Wednesday's game against Detroit due to a right elbow contusion, Eric Nehm of The Athletic reports.
Impact Portis being ruled out within 90 minutes of tipoff is a twist for Milwaukee's frontcourt. Brook Lopez has logged at least 35 minutes in three of Milwaukee's last six games, and a similar workload may be in store with Portis unavailable. Taurean Prince could log extra minutes at power forward, while MarJon Beauchamp could enter the rotation.
NOVEMBER 13 • ROTOWIRE
Downgraded to doubtful Rollins (shoulder) is considered doubtful to play Wednesday versus Detroit, Eric Nehm of The Athletic reports.
Impact Rollins has earned double-digit minutes in each of Milwaukee's last three games. Delon Wright re-entered the rotation to log 24 minutes Tuesday's win over Toronto, while Gary Trent played just six minutes in his return from a back injury, signaling parody heading into Wednesday's contest.
NOVEMBER 13 • ROTOWIRE
Officially active Wednesday Antetokounmpo (knee) will play Wednesday versus Detroit, Eric Nehm of The Athletic reports.
Impact Antetokounmpo is averaging 31.0 points, 13.5 rebounds, 9.5 assists, 2.5 steals and 1.5 blocks on 51.2 percent shooting in his last two contests versus Detroit. While that efficiency is pedestrian by Antetokounmpo's standards, he is in a boom spot Wednesday with Damian Lillard (concussion) out.
NOVEMBER 13 • ROTOWIRE
Listed as questionable Rollins (shoulder) is questionable for Wednesday's game against the Pistons, Eric Nehm of The Athletic reports.
Impact Rollins left Tuesday's game against the Raptors due to left shoulder instability, but said after the game that he expected to play Wednesday. Given the questionable tag, it's possible the Bucks will wait until after warmups to decide. With Damian Lillard (concussion) out again, Rollins will be a streaming option if he gets the green light after producing 12 points, five rebounds, three assists and five steals in 22 minutes Tuesday.
NOVEMBER 13 • ROTOWIRE
Out again Wednesday Middleton (ankle) will not play Wednesday against the Pistons, Eric Nehm of The Athletic reports.
Impact Middleton has yet to appear this season and remains without a timetable for a return. He should be considered questionable at best for Saturday's game against the Hornets.
NOVEMBER 13 • ROTOWIRE
Out again Wednesday Lillard (concussion) will not play Wednesday against the Pistons, Eric Nehm of The Athletic reports.
Impact It's no surprise to see Lillard missing his second game in a row, as he just entered the league's concussion protocol. With Lillard sidelined, AJ Green, Ryan Rollins (shoulder) and Pat Connaughton are candidates to step into larger roles for the Bucks. It remains to be seen if Lillard will be ready for Saturday's contest against the Hornets.
NOVEMBER 13 • ROTOWIRE
Probable for Wednesday Antetokounmpo (knee) is probable for Wednesday's game against Detroit, Eric Nehm of The Athletic reports.
Impact Wednesday's game is the second leg of a back-to-back set, but it sounds like Antetokounmpo will give it a go. With Damian Lillard (concussion) sidelined again, Antetokounmpo is looking at some serious usage in a great matchup.
NOVEMBER 13 • ROTOWIRE
Bucks urged to cut ties with three-time All-Star via trade to Rockets | Sporting News The Milwaukee Bucks have put their All-Star wing on the trading block before, and he might finally be headed out of town this winter.
NOVEMBER 13 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM
Spurs Linked to Bucks in Blockbuster NBA Mock Trade The San Antonio Spurs could help the struggling Milwaukee Bucks out on the NBA trade market.
NOVEMBER 13 • KANSASCITY.COM
Productive off bench Tuesday Portis finished with 17 points (8-17 FG, 1-7 3Pt) and eight rebounds in 18 minutes off the bench during Tuesday's 99-85 victory over the Raptors.
Impact The veteran big continues to struggle from beyond the arc, but Portis still managed to post solid numbers on the night. He's drained multiple threes only once in 11 games to begin the season, shooting a career-low 24.3 percent from downtown, but Portis has maintained a decent fantasy floor with 12.9 points and 8.2 boards a contest.
NOVEMBER 13 • ROTOWIRE
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
Delivers team-high 23 in win Antetokounmpo registered 23 points (9-12 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 5-9 FT), four rebounds, seven assists and four blocks in 33 minutes during Tuesday's 99-85 victory over the Raptors.
Impact The numbers were modest by Antetokounmpo's standards, but he led the Bucks in scoring in a battle between the two teams with the worst records in the NBA. The 29-year-old superstar has been nursing a sore knee of late, but nagging injuries haven't really slowed him down. Through his first 10 games of 2024-25, Antetokounmpo is averaging 30.7 points, 11.9 boards, 5.4 assists and 1.2 blocks while shooting 61.6 percent from the floor.
NOVEMBER 13 • ROTOWIRE
Expects to play Wednesday Rollins (shoulder) said he expects to play Wednesday against Detroit, Eric Nehm of The Athletic reports.
Impact Rollins was unable to return to Tuesday's game against the Raptors due to left shoulder instability, but he said after the game that it wasn't a serious issue. Rollins played really well prior to the setback, finishing with 12 points, five rebounds, three assists and five steals in 22 minutes.
NOVEMBER 13 • ROTOWIRE
Detroit visits Milwaukee following overtime win against Miami
Detroit visits the Milwaukee Bucks after the Pistons took down the Miami Heat 123-121 in overtimeNOVEMBER 13 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
2024-25 NBA championship odds: Celtics, Thunder favored; Cavs rising
A number of contenders are chasing the defending champion Celtics on the oddsboard. Check out where things stand, with insight from Jason Mc...NOVEMBER 13
