Giannis Antetokounmpo recorded a triple-double with 11 points, 12 rebounds, and a season-high 13 assists as the Milwaukee Bucks secured a dominant 128-104 victory over the Toronto Raptors. Despite suffering a cut finger that required stitches in the first half, Antetokounmpo returned to set the tone for his team before being rested in the fourth quarter.
Bucks coach Doc Rivers praised his performance, stating, "When your best player does that, it becomes contagious, and the ball just moved." Damian Lillard added 25 points, helping Milwaukee rebound from a stretch of four losses in their previous five games.
Elsewhere, Zach LaVine led the Chicago Bulls to a dramatic comeback win, scoring 35 points along with 10 rebounds and eight assists as they overcame a 19-point third-quarter deficit to defeat the San Antonio Spurs 114-110. Despite the loss, Victor Wembanyama shone for the Spurs with an impressive stat line of 23 points, 14 rebounds, four assists, and eight blocks.
Meanwhile, the New York Knicks extended their losing streak to three games following a 103-94 defeat to the Orlando Magic, while the Dallas Mavericks, playing without Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving, suffered their fifth straight loss in a 119-104 game against the Memphis Grizzlies.
In other matchups, Bradley Beal came off the bench to score 25 points, ending the Phoenix Suns' four-game skid with a 109-99 victory over the Philadelphia 76ers. The Sacramento Kings needed double overtime to edge out the Miami Heat 123-118, while the Detroit Pistons secured a narrow 118-115 win over the Portland Trail Blazers. The NBA action showcased standout performances across the league, highlighting both team resilience and individual brilliance.
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