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Giannis’ 41 Powers Bucks Past Bulls to Open NBA Cup Title Defense

The group-stage result counts toward seeding for December quarter-finals in the in-season tournament.

Overview

  • Giannis Antetokounmpo delivered 41 points, 15 rebounds and nine assists, scoring 19 in the fourth quarter to close out a 126-110 win over Chicago.
  • Myles Turner posted 23 points with five three-pointers and four steals, while Ryan Rollins added 20 and key plays during Milwaukee’s decisive late surge.
  • The contest served as an NBA Cup group game that also counts toward the regular season, with the Bulls dropping to 1-1 in their pool.
  • After the game, coach Doc Rivers questioned officiating on Antetokounmpo’s drives, suggesting some fouls went uncalled.
  • Antetokounmpo recorded his 56th 40-point game for the Bucks, surpassing Kareem Abdul-Jabbar for the most in franchise history.