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Bucks Secure Playoff Spot with Overtime Win Over Heat

Giannis Antetokounmpo's triple-double and Kevin Porter Jr.'s clutch performance propel Milwaukee to the fifth seed in the Eastern Conference.

Apr 5, 2025; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; New York Knicks center Karl-Anthony Towns (32) catches a rebound against Atlanta Hawks forward Onyeka Okongwu (17) during the second half at State Farm Arena. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-Imagn Images
Apr 5, 2025; Detroit, Michigan, USA; Memphis Grizzlies guard Desmond Bane (22) passes the ball past Detroit Pistons guard Cade Cunningham (2) to teammate Scotty Pippen Jr. (1) in the first quarter at Little Caesars Arena. Mandatory Credit: Lon Horwedel-Imagn Images
Apr 5, 2025; Miami, Florida, USA; Milwaukee Bucks guard Kevin Porter Jr. (3) looks for space as Miami Heat forward Haywood Highsmith (24) defends during the second half at Kaseya Center. Mandatory Credit: Jim Rassol-Imagn Images
Apr 5, 2025; Miami, Florida, USA; Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo (34) drives past Miami Heat forward Kyle Anderson (20) during the second half at Kaseya Center. Mandatory Credit: Jim Rassol-Imagn Images

Overview

  • The Milwaukee Bucks clinched their ninth consecutive playoff berth with a 121-115 overtime victory against the Miami Heat on April 5, 2025.
  • Giannis Antetokounmpo recorded his second straight triple-double, finishing with 36 points, 15 rebounds, and 10 assists in the win.
  • Kevin Porter Jr. contributed 24 points, 12 rebounds, and 8 assists off the bench, including a decisive layup in overtime to seal the game.
  • The Bucks completed a four-game season sweep of the Heat for the first time in a decade and moved into the fifth seed in the Eastern Conference standings.
  • The Heat, missing key players like Tyler Herro, now face an uphill battle in the play-in tournament race, sitting behind Chicago and Atlanta in the standings.