The Bucks, who were asked to play without Giannis Antetokounmpo and Jrue Holiday in Detroit, showed character in the difficult times, but eventually prevailed (126-117) over the Pistons.
The focal points were Chris Middleton and Brook Lopez, who deservedly filled the gap of the Greek superstar, with the former carrying the weight in scoring as well. Specifically, Middleton scored 34 points (12/16 two-pointers, 1/7 three-pointers, 7/8 shots), collected 8 rebounds and handed out 5 assists.
Lopez, in turn, had a double-double with 24 and 14 rebounds, while Portis also had double figures with 21 (3/7 three-pointers and 14 rebounds) and Carter 22 (6/7 three-pointers).
Dragic made his Milwaukee debut, played 9 minutes, had two missed shots and dished out 3 assists. Thanasis Antetokounmpo played for a minute, adding 2 points with a powerful dunk.
Thanasty with the exclamation point!! pic.twitter.com/t3Im6NcmHh
— Milwaukee Bucks (@Bucks) March 28, 2023
For the Detroit Pistons, Jaden Ivey stood out, scoring 32 points, still having 8 rebounds and 8 assists, with Jalen Duren following with 18 points and 10 rebounds.
Next game for the Bucks against the Pacers, early Thursday morning.
NBA results in detail
Pacers-Mavericks 104-127
Knicks-Rockets 137-115
Jazz-Sans 103-117
Nuggets-Sixers 116-111
Blazers-Pelicans Ongoing
Kings-Timberwolves Ongoing
Clippers-Bulls In progress
Pistons-Bucks 117-126
Source: Sport Fm
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