Overview

• The Miami Heat suffered a 125-96 defeat to the Milwaukee Bucks, marking their fifth loss in six games, with Damian Lillard and Giannis Antetokounmpo leading Milwaukee's dominant performance.
• Jimmy Butler's ongoing suspension has added uncertainty to the Heat's season, leaving the team to rely on younger players like rookies Kel’el Ware and Pelle Larsson, with mixed results.
• Tyler Herro returned from a groin injury, scoring 21 points and recording nine assists, but his All-Star selection remains uncertain as coaches will vote on reserves next week.
• The Heat started strong with a 20-5 lead but faltered as the Bucks rallied, including a stunning sequence where Lillard scored six points in the final 1.1 seconds of the first half.
• Miami's record now stands at 21-22, placing them ninth in the Eastern Conference, with six games remaining before the February 6 trade deadline to address their challenges.