Bucks' Defensive Woes Highlighted in Loss to Rockets

Despite Antetokounmpo's 48 Points, Milwaukee Falls for Third Time in Four Games

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.