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Giannis Antetokounmpo shuts down 1 possible reason behind Bucks’ loss to Lakers

The topsy-turvy ride of the Milwaukee Bucks continues. After starting the season with a 4-1 record, they have not won or lost back-to-back games, and following their 119-95 blowout loss to the Los Angeles Lakers at Fiserv Forum in Milwaukee on Saturday night, Giannis Antetokounmpo and company have dropped to 8-6.

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Giannis Antetokounmpo involved in postgame drama after Bucks’ loss to Lakers

The Milwaukee Bucks simply did not have it on Saturday, and it showed in the lopsided loss at the hands of Luka Doncic and the Los Angeles Lakers at Fiserv Forum in Milwaukee.

NBA News / Brew Hoop / November 15

Rapid Recap: Lakers 119, Bucks 95

Even though their opponents were without LeBron James, the Milwaukee Bucks fell to the Los Angeles Lakers 116-93. Giannis Antetokounmpo scored 32 points, grabbed 1o rebounds and had five assists—the only Buck to score over 15 points.

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NBA News / NBA Analysis Network / November 15

Luka Doncic beats Giannis Antetokounmpo in heated MVP battle to help LA Lakers beat Milwaukee Bucks

Luka Doncic and Giannis Antetokounmpo had an amazing scoring duel, with the Slovenian coming out on top to help the LA Lakers get a big win. The Los Angeles Lakers just picked up their 10th win of the NBA season, trouncing the Milwaukee Bucks on the second night of a back-to-back.

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The all-time list of NBA All-Stars is obviously long, and notably distinguished. However, there are some players — for various reasons — who the casual, or even most-dedicated, NBA fans can't recall having earned All-Star nods.

Doc Rivers News / WI Sports Heroics / November 15

Doc Rivers explains Bucks’ rotation wrinkle as spontaneous decision

Friday night against the Hornets, Milwaukee Bucks guard Gary Harris played more minutes than he had in the first 12 games combined. Inserted for his shot making and toughness, he went 4-5 from the field for 10 points, knocked down a pair of threes, and came up with a steal plus two blocks.

Gary Harris News / WI Sports Heroics / November 15

Gary Harris answers bell as Bucks grant him first real shot this season

The Milwaukee Bucks raised some eyebrows by signing Magic guard Gary Harris in free agency. Harris was coming off his least impactful season since his rookie campaign and did not address any discernible need on the roster.

Giannis Antetokounmpo News / EssentiallySports / November 15

Is Giannis Antetokounmpo Playing Tonight? Bucks vs Lakers Injury Report, Where to Watch & More (Nov. 15)

With an 8-5 record, the Milwaukee Bucks are back in action tonight after a thrilling overtime 147-134 win against the Charlotte Hornets on Friday. Giannis Antetokounmpo erupted for 25 points, 18 assists, and 7 rebounds as he returned to the court after being sidelined for two games because of a patellar tendinopathy in his left knee.

Milwaukee Bucks News / WI Sports Heroics / November 15

Milwaukee Bucks: Myles Turner doesn’t think Giannis Antetokounmpo gets enough credit for 1 specific skill

The Milwaukee Bucks defeated the Charlotte Hornets 147-134 in what was Wisconsin native Kon Knueppel’s first ever game back in his home state. The Duke product, who was born in Milwaukee and played high school basketball at Wisconsin Lutheran, had a career-high 32 points to go with three rebounds, three assists, and three steals.

Milwaukee Bucks News / WI Sports Heroics / November 15

Former Bucks guard faces serious felony charge

Former Milwaukee Bucks guard Patrick Beverley was taken into custody in Texas on a third-degree felony assault charge, per TMZ Sports. The report states

Kyle Kuzma News / Field Level Media / November 15

Kyle Kuzma, Bucks bid to build momentum vs. Lakers

Milwaukee's Kyle Kuzma geared up for a matchup against his former team by turning in his best outing of the young season. Kuzma will look to build on his standout performance when the Bucks host the Los Angeles Lakers on Saturday night.

Milwaukee Bucks News / Total Apex Sports / November 15

Giannis Returns and Helps Milwaukee Bucks Defeat Hornets in OT 147-134

In the heart of Milwaukee, where the echoes of the Milwaukee Bucks’ championships past still linger, the Fiserv Forum bore witness to a basketball game that was anything but ordinary.

Doc Rivers News / WI Sports Heroics / November 15

Doc Rivers talks key factors behind Bucks’ hard-fought overtime win over Hornets

Doc Rivers and his Milwaukee Bucks hosted the Charlotte Hornets for their NBA Cup group play matchup, looking to bounce back after losing the first meeting 111-100 in Charlotte.

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Giannis Antetokounmpo, Kyle Kuzma power Bucks to overtime win over Hornets and hometown rookie

Giannis Antetokounmpo poured in 25 points, handed out 18 assists, and grabbed seven rebounds in his return as the Milwaukee Bucks edged past former Milwaukee native Kon Knueppel and the Charlotte Hornets 147-134 in overtime Friday night in an NBA Cup matchup.

Milwaukee Bucks News / Field Level Media / November 14

Kyle Kuzma, Bucks pull away from Hornets in OT

Myles Turner hit a 3-pointer to open overtime and the host Milwaukee Bucks never looked back, outlasting the Charlotte Hornets 147-134 in a back-and-forth NBA Cup East Group C game on Friday.

Taurean Prince News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 14

How the Taurean Prince injury impacts Bucks’ chances of competing in the East

MILWAUKEE – The Milwaukee Bucks announced that Taurean Prince underwent surgery to repair a herniated disc in his neck. His absence was said to be indefinite, with the club offering a timetable for his return at a later date.

NBA News / Milwaukee Bucks on SI / November 14

4 Bucks Ruled Out Ahead of Hornets NBA Cup Game

A pair of critical Milwaukee Bucks players have been ruled out ahead of the club's second Charlotte Hornets game in three days. Two other, less important pieces are also on the shelf, while the single-most important player on the squad remains a question mark.

Doc Rivers News / Milwaukee Bucks on SI / November 14

Doc Rivers Calls Out Bucks For Key Weakness in Hornets Loss

A shorthanded Milwaukee Bucks team fell to the now 4-7 Charlotte Hornets 111-100 on Saturday. Missing star forward Giannis Antetokounmpo, the Bucks were outpaced through the entirety of the game, failing to take a lead after the 3:52 mark in the first quarter.

NBA News / Field Level Media / November 14

Hornets, Bucks hope to have stars back for NBA Cup clash

Meeting for the second time in as many games, the Milwaukee Bucks host the Charlotte Hornets in a Group C matchup in NBA Cup play on Friday.

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Taurean Prince News / Hoops Rumors / November 13

Bucks' Taurean Prince out indefinitely after undergoing neck surgery

Bucks forward Taurean Prince underwent surgery in Los Angeles on Thursday to address the herniated disk in his neck, the team announced in a press release.

Taurean Prince News / Hoops Rumors / November 10

Bucks forward Taurean Prince out indefinitely with neck injury

Bucks reserve forward Taurean Prince has a herniated disc in his neck and is expected to miss a significant period of time, ESPN’s Shams Charania tweets.