Giannis Leads Bucks To 17th Consecutive Win
The Milwaukee Bucks defeated the host Memphis Grizzlies, 127-114, at FedEx Forum on Friday evening.

Giannis Antetokounmpo tallied 37 points and 11 rebounds to lead the Bucks to their 17th consecutive win. The Bucks got out to a good start on the road, as they led 35-29 after one quarter. They pushed their lead to nine mid way through the second but the Grizzlies rallied back and took a brief lead, before trailing by two at halftime. The Bucks came out strong in the third and jumped to a quick 10-point lead, however, the Grizzlies pushed back once again, outscoring the Bucks 30-15 through the rest of the quarter, to take a five-point lead into the final frame. The Bucks took immediate action to start the fourth and outscored the hosts 37-19 in the quarter, to complete the comeback win.

The Bucks shot 51 percent from the field, including 11-of-30 from long range. Khris Middleton added 26 points on 10-of-19 shooting, in 35 minutes, while Brook Lopez tallied 10 points, 10 rebounds, three blocks and two assists. Eric Bledsoe was forced to leave the game after injuring his leg early in the third quarter.

Meanwhile, Jaren Jackson Jr. poured in 43 points on 14-of-21 shooting, in 29 minutes. Dillon Brooks added 19 points, while Jae Crowder tallied 15 points, 11 rebounds, four assists, a steal and a block. Tyus Jones chipped in 10 points, seven assists, two rebounds and a steal. The Grizzlies shot 39 percent from the field, including 20-of-49 for long range.

The Grizzlies (8-17) will look to bounce back as they play host to the Wizards on Saturday. The Bucks (23-3) play host to the Cavs on Saturday.
Posted on: 12/13/2019 7:50 PM
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