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Gary Trent Jr. and Giannis Propel Bucks to Vital Game 3 Win Over Pacers

Trent ties franchise playoff record with nine 3-pointers as Milwaukee cuts series deficit to 2-1 with a 117-101 victory.

Giannis Antetokounmpo #34 of the Milwaukee Bucks drives to the basket drives to the basket against Thomas Bryant #3 of the Indiana Pacers during the fourth quarter in game one of the NBA playoffs at Gainbridge Fieldhouse on April 19, 2025 in Indianapolis, Indiana.
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Overview

  • Gary Trent Jr. scored a playoff career-high 37 points, tying Ray Allen's franchise record with nine 3-pointers, and played strong defense against Tyrese Haliburton.
  • Giannis Antetokounmpo also recorded 37 points, along with 12 rebounds, leading the Bucks' dominant second-half performance to overcome a 10-point halftime deficit.
  • The Bucks outscored the Pacers 70-44 in the second half, fueled by improved three-point shooting after struggling from deep in the first two quarters.
  • Damian Lillard, returning from injury, struggled with just seven points on 2-for-12 shooting, but praised Trent's confidence and big-game ability.
  • Game 4 is set for Sunday in Milwaukee, as the Bucks aim to even the series after avoiding the brink of a 3-0 deficit, which no NBA team has ever overcome.