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Trae Young makes perfect sense for Bucks to pair with Giannis

What happens when you pair the best pick-and-roll ball handler alley-oop lob passer and rim-rolling alley-oop lob threat in the game? Trae Young tossing Giannis Antetokounmpo lobs would take cream city to lob city overnight.

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Bucks’ Kyle Kuzma suffers embarrassing moment against Hornets

Whatever Kyle Kuzma recently did, the Milwaukee Bucks forward probably did not deserve what happened to him during Monday night’s game against the Charlotte Hornets at Spectrum Center in Charlotte, North Carolina.

Doc Rivers News / WI Sports Heroics / December 30

Doc Rivers passes coaching legend with milestone win

The Bucks’ 123-113 road victory against the Charlotte Hornets on Monday night went beyond a simple standings boost. Giannis Antetokounmpo kept rolling in his return from injury to push Milwaukee to a second consecutive win, and the night doubled as a memorable one for head coach Doc Rivers, who reached a personal milestone in the process.

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NBA News / Yardbarker / December 30

Bucks' win allows Doc Rivers to climb NBA's all-time list

Even though it's been a while since he's led a team on a deep run through the playoffs, Doc Rivers has still won a lot of games.

Bucks' Giannis Antetokounmpo makes last ditch 'wake-up call' attempt amid trade rumors

Antetokounmpo’s showboat move in final seconds sparks Bulls-Bucks scuffle

Nikola Vucevic threw shade at Antetokounmpo after their on-court confrontation

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The '10-three-pointer NBA games' quiz

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Which NBA teams have the best Christmas Day records?

Christmas and the NBA go hand-in-hand. The day serves for the top hoops league in the world, like Thanksgiving for the NFL. However, while the Detroit Lions and Dallas Cowboys are perpetual Thanksgiving participants, the NBA has mixed up the matchups and the teams throughout the years.

NBA News / Field Level Media / December 29

Bucks top Hornets, earn first back-to-back wins since October

Bobby Portis scored 25 points and Giannis Antetokounmpo added 24 to lead the visiting Milwaukee Bucks to a 123-113 victory over the Charlotte Hornets on Monday night.

NBA News / Brew Hoop / December 29

Rapid Recap: Bucks 123, Hornets 113

The Milwaukee Bucks have finally won consecutive games on the back of big performances from their bigs. Portis led the way with 25 points off the bench,

Giannis Antetokounmpo News / WI Sports Heroics / December 29

Milwaukee Bucks announce exciting Giannis Antetokounmpo news prior to game vs Hornets

The Milwaukee Bucks were just 13-19 on the season entering game play on Monday. However, the won their previous game, a matchup against the Chicago Bulls, by the score of 112-103.

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NBA News / WI Sports Heroics / December 29

Milwaukee Bucks injury report lists 4 players out vs Charlotte Hornets

The Milwaukee Bucks are 13-19 on the season following their victory over the Chicago Bulls on Saturday night. That particular contest was significant for the team as it marked the return of nine-time All-Star Giannis Antetokounmpo to the floor following an eight-game absence due to a calf strain.

Milwaukee Bucks News / Hoops Wire / December 29

Bucks operating as trade buyers, believe roster can be upgraded

The Bucks are not signaling retreat. Quite the opposite. Team sources told ESPN’s Jamal Collier that Milwaukee continues to approach the trade market as a buyer ahead of the February 5 deadline, despite sitting at 13-19 and outside the early play-in picture.

NBA News / The SportsRush / December 29

'Get Back on Defense Then': Paul Pierce Sees No Issues With Giannis Antetokounmpo’s Windmill Dunk Against Bulls

Giannis Antetokounmpo’s return to basketball was quite an eventful night. The two-time MVP didn’t waste any time making his presence felt. In addition to a dominant performance, Antetokounmpo sparked controversy over his last-minute dunk while the time was expiring.

Milwaukee Bucks News / WI Sports Heroics / December 29

Bucks push all chips in to keep Giannis Antetokounmpo engaged in crazy 5-team trade scenario

The Milwaukee Bucks have pushed through a tense season while trying to keep Giannis Antetokounmpo fully bought in. Trade chatter has hovered over the team, but recent reports indicate Milwaukee prefers to pursue upgrades and surround Antetokounmpo with more talent rather than move him and reset the franchise.

Milwaukee Bucks News / WI Sports Heroics / December 29