Overview

• Giannis Antetokounmpo led the Bucks with 28 points, 19 rebounds, and 7 assists, overcoming Nikola Jokic's 32-point triple-double for Denver.
• Milwaukee capitalized on a significant free-throw disparity, converting 23 of 28 attempts compared to Denver's 9 of 11.
• Brook Lopez, Damian Lillard, Kyle Kuzma, and Gary Trent Jr. contributed double-digit scoring to bolster Milwaukee's win.
• The Nuggets, who had won 10 of their last 11 games, struggled with transition defense and missed key contributions from Jamal Murray and others due to injuries.
• This was the first meeting between the two teams this season, with the Bucks set to visit Denver for the rematch on March 26.