Overview

• Giannis Antetokounmpo criticizes the Milwaukee Bucks' defensive effort after a 112-108 loss to the Houston Rockets, stating that the team's defensive effort was lacking and did not reflect the team's identity.
• Despite Antetokounmpo's 48 points and 17 rebounds, the Bucks lost for the third time in four games to start 2024 after going 11-2 in December.
• Antetokounmpo calls for improvement from all members of the team, including the coaching staff and even the equipment manager.
• The Bucks currently rank 21st in defensive rating, allowing teams to score 115.9 points per 100 possessions.
• Antetokounmpo believes that the team's defensive shortcomings can be addressed before the playoffs begin.