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Bobby Portis - Excels with 23 points Portis logged 23 points (9-18 FG, 5-9 3Pt), seven rebounds, one assist and two steals across 33 minutes during Tuesday's 131-116 win over the Lakers.

Impact Portis' production at the five has been a saving grace for Milwaukee. With Brook Lopez (back) out until late March, Portis has made the most of his opportunity after dazzling as a support player during Milwaukee's playoff run last season.

FEBRUARY 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Khris Middleton - Pours in 21 points Middleton amassed 21 points (8-19 FG, 3-10 3Pt, 2-3 FT), five rebounds, four assists and one steal in 34 minutes during Tuesday's 131-116 victory over the Lakers.

Impact Middleton has one of the most reliable production floors in the league, and he came through with another solid total in a convincing win. The All-Star can pop when his defensive numbers do well, and although he didn't do much in the rebound and steal department Tuesday, he went 80-percent from the floor in a very efficient shooting night.

FEBRUARY 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Jrue Holiday - Notches double-double Holiday accumulated 15 points (7-12 FG, 1-3 3Pt), 10 assists, seven rebounds, two steals and one block across 37 minutes during Tuesday's 131-116 victory over the Lakers.

Impact Holiday's stat line is usually a sound barometer for the team's success, and that was the case again Tuesday in the Bucks' dominant road win. Although Holiday has posted a couple of clunkers since his extended absence in early-to-mid-January, he's rarely been lacking in the assist column. When he combines his prolific assist totals with a hot night beyond the arc, he stands out as one of the more productive fantasy guards.

FEBRUARY 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Giannis Antetokounmpo - Dominant in blowout win Antetokounmpo finished Tuesday's 131-116 victory over the Lakers with 44 points (17-20 FG, 2-2 3Pt, 8-13 FT), 14 rebounds, eight assists, two blocks and one steal across 35 minutes...

Impact Antetokounmpo was unstoppable from the opening tip, getting whatever he wanted on the offensive end en route to converting on his first 11 shot attempts before finally missing with just over two minutes remaining in the third quarter. Thanks to Antetokounmpo's hot start and Khris Middleton's 21 first-half points, the Bucks raced out to a 22-point lead at the break and were able to cruise to an easy win.

FEBRUARY 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Giannis Antetkounmpo drops 44 points as Milwaukee Bucks beat LeBron James-led Los Angeles Lakers Celtics win sixth straight game, Nets skid extends to nine; Booker drops 35 as Suns beat 76ers; Young leads Hawks in win over Pacers; Towns...

FEBRUARY 9, 2022 • SKY.COM

Milwaukee visits Phoenix following Antetokounmpo's 44-point performance

Milwaukee visits the Phoenix Suns after Giannis Antetokounmpo scored 44 points in the Bucks' 131-116 win over the Los Angeles Lakers

FEBRUARY 9, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Lakers don't measure up against Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Bucks When asked about the Milwaukee Bucks the day before, LeBron James balked at the idea that Tuesday’s game between the teams would be a chance...

FEBRUARY 9, 2022 • KANSASCITY.COM

Giannis scores 44, leads Bucks' 131-116 win over Lakers

Giannis Antetokounmpo scored 44 points on 17-for-20 shooting, and Khris Middleton scored all 21 of his points in the first half of the Milwaukee Bucks’ 131-116 victory over the Los...

FEBRUARY 9, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Pat Connaughton - Back to bench Tuesday Connaughton will come off the bench Tuesday against the Lakers, Dan Woike of the Los Angeles Times reports.

Impact Connaughton goes back to his usual role with Grayson Allen (hip) returning to the lineup. In 11 games as a reserve in 2022, Connaughton has averaged 5.4 points and 3.5 rebounds in 22.5 minutes.

FEBRUARY 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Live coverage: Milwaukee Bucks vs. Los Angeles Lakers at the Crypto.com Arena The Milwaukee Bucks continue their four-game road trip with a matchup against the Lakers. Get live updates from Crypto.com Arena.

FEBRUARY 9, 2022 • JSONLINE.COM

Grayson Allen - Cleared to play Allen (hip) is available for Tuesday's matchup against the Lakers, Dan Woike of the Los Angeles Times reports.

Impact As expected, Allen will take the court after being initially listed as probable following a one-game absence. Since the New Year, he's averaging 11.0 points, 4.2 rebounds, 2.1 assists and 1.0 steals in 27.8 minutes.

FEBRUARY 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Giannis, Thanasis and Alex Antetokounmpo selected for NBA all-star skills challenge Giannis, Thanasis and Alex Antetokounmpo will participate in the NBA all-star skills challenge Feb. 19 in Cleveland.

FEBRUARY 9, 2022 • JSONLINE.COM

Antetokounmpo teams with brothers in All-Star Saturday event

Giannis Antetokounmpo will team up with two of his brothers to compete in a revamped Skills Challenge during the NBA’s All-Star Saturday night

FEBRUARY 9, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

NBA Prop Bets Today: Player Prop Picks for Tonight's Games (February 8) Best player prop bets for NBA games tonight on February 8, including Celtics vs Nets and Bucks vs Lakers.

FEBRUARY 8, 2022 • FANDUEL.COM

3 Best Prop Bets for Bucks vs Lakers NBA Game on FanDuel Sportsbook Best Milwaukee Bucks vs Los Angeles Lakers prop bets for NBA game on Tuesday, February 8, 2022.

FEBRUARY 8, 2022 • FANDUEL.COM

George Hill - Remains out Tuesday Hill (neck) is listed as out for Tuesday's game against the Lakers.

Impact Hill's sore neck will keep him in street clothes for the fifth game in a row, likely clearing the way for either Grayson Allen (hip) or Donte DiVincenzo to pick up run at point guard when Jrue Holiday is off the court. The Bucks continue to view Hill's injury as a day-to-day concern.

FEBRUARY 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Bucks vs Lakers Prediction, Odds, Spread, Over/Under & Prop Bets for NBA Game on FanDuel (Feb. 8) Bucks vs Lakers Game Info 2021-22 NBA Regular Season Milwaukee Bucks (34-21, 15-12 Away) vs. Los Angeles Lakers (26-28, 17-12 Home) Date: Tu...

FEBRUARY 8, 2022 • FANDUEL.COM

Report: Celtics interested in Donte DiVincenzo; Dennis Schröder swap a possibility Other teams have been linked to Dennis Schröder ahead of Thursday's trade deadline.

FEBRUARY 8, 2022 • MASSLIVE.COM

NBA Rumors: Here's What Has Halted Celtics-Bucks Trade For Donte DiVincenzo We're approaching the NBA trade deadline and the Celtics could be in the market to make a move with the Bucks. Here's what's holding that up...

FEBRUARY 8, 2022 • NESN.COM

Is Giannis Antetokounmpo playing tonight in Bucks vs. Lakers on TNT? Having missed just two games since Christmas Day and not being listed on the Bucks' injury report, Giannis Antetokounmpo is most likely to s...

FEBRUARY 8, 2022 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Grayson Allen - Expected back Tuesday Allen (hip) is probable for Tuesday's game against the Lakers.

Impact Allen was held out of Sunday's matchup against the Clippers due to hip soreness, but he should be back in action in Los Angeles. The Duke product is averaging 11.1 points, 4.2 rebounds, 2.0 assists and 1.0 steals over his last eight games.

FEBRUARY 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Back in 2015, Milwaukee signing Greg Monroe was a watershed moment for the Bucks' trajectory Greg Monroe signing with the Milwaukee Bucks shocked everyone in 2015. More than six years later, he's back.

FEBRUARY 7, 2022 • JSONLINE.COM

Pat Connaughton - Drops 18 in spot start Connaughton ended with 18 points (6-9 FG, 6-9 3Pt) and five rebounds in 28 minutes during Sunday's 137-113 victory over the Clippers.

Impact With Grayson Allen (hip) scratched from the lineup, Connaughton moved into the starting five and took advantage of the opportunity, erupting for six three-pointers in 28 minutes. Normally, Connaughton's production doesn't warrant much fantasy consideration, but every now and then he's capable of an explosive performance to reward those who take a chance on him as a low-cost option in DFS contests.

FEBRUARY 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE