Bucks Rally For Home Win
The Milwaukee Bucks defeated the visiting Cleveland Cavaliers, 117-102, at Fiserv Forum on Friday evening.

The Cavs got out to a strong start and held on to a five-point lead after one quarter. They kept the pressure on and pushed to a 16-point lead mid way through the second, but the Bucks cut it back to an 11-point game by halftime. The Bucks came to life in the third and outscored the visitors 35-10 to claim a 14-point lead heading into the final frame. The hosts maintained control through the fourth and closed out the home win, ending a four-game win streak for the Cavs.

Giannis Antetokounmpo led the Bucks with 38 points, nine rebounds, six assists and two blocks, in 31 minutes. Jevon Carter followed up with 18 points, three rebounds, two assists and two steals, while Bobby Portis tallied 14 points, eight rebounds, four assists and a block. The Bucks shot 51 percent from the field, including 15-of-32 from deep.

Meanwhile, Donovan Mitchell led the Cavs with 29 points, three rebounds and a steal, in 32 minutes. Darius Garland followed up with 20 points, four rebounds and three assists, while Isaac Okoro added 13 points and four rebounds. The Cavs shot 39 percent from the field, including 12-of-33 from long range.

The Cavs (12-7) will look to bounce back as they take on the Pistons in Detroit on Sunday. The Bucks (13-5) play host to the Mavs on Sunday.
Posted on: 11/25/2022 7:54 PM
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