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The Giannis Show: Milwaukee Bucks Trample Bulls in NBA Cup Opener 126-110

The air in Fiserv Forum crackled with the kind of energy you only get when a title defense is on the line. For the Milwaukee Bucks, this wasn’t just another early-season game; it was the start of their NBA Cup title defense.

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How the Bucks overcame ‘impatient’ offense for NBA Cup win over Bulls

MILWAUKEE – It was game one of group play in the NBA Cup as the Milwaukee Bucks hosted the Chicago Bulls. There was a healthy smattering of red in the stands of Fiserv Forum for an “intense” regional match that stayed tight into the fourth quarter.

NBA News / WI Sports Heroics / November 7

3 Takeaways From Milwaukee Bucks’ Commanding Win Over #1 Seed Chicago Bulls

The Milwaukee Bucks began their NBA Cup title defense against the red-hot Chicago Bulls on Friday night. Entering the contest with a 6-1 record, the Bulls have been one of the best storylines of the NBA season so far.

Giannis Antetokounmpo News / Field Level Media / November 7

Giannis Antetokounmpo powers for 41 as Bucks best Bulls

Giannis Antetokounmpo's 41-point, 15-rebound, nine-assist performance powered the Milwaukee Bucks to a 126-110 win over visiting the Chicago Bulls on Friday in an NBA Cup game.

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The '30-point, 10-rebound NBA game leaders' quiz

How many of the 25 NBA players to score at 30 points and grab 10 rebounds in at least 100 games in their NBA career can you name in five minutes?

The 'NBA franchise 30-point-game leaders' quiz

The 'Triple-doubles from the 2022-23 NBA season' quiz

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NBA News / Brew Hoop / November 7

Rapid Recap: Bucks 126, Bulls 110

The Milwaukee Bucks began their NBA Cup title defense with a 126-110 win over their I-94 rival, the Chicago Bulls. Giannis put on a clinic, going for 41 points, 15 rebounds, and nine assists, while Myles Turner went for 23 points, seven rebounds, and four steals.

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The 25 most notable one-time NBA All-Stars

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.

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 7

Bucks’ Giannis Antetokounmpo posterizes Ayo Dosunmu in NBA Cup showdown

The game is still alive, and Giannis Antetokounmpo’s poster on Ayo Dosunmu is already the highlight everyone will be talking about. The Milwaukee Bucks

NBA News / Milwaukee Bucks on SI / November 7

Bucks, Bulls Announce Starting Lineups for NBA Cup Game

The Chicago Bulls and Milwaukee Bucks have announced their starting lineups ahead of a critical Emirates NBA Cup encounter on Friday night. Milwaukee, the reigning Emirates NBA Cup champion, has gone undefeated (8-0) across both seasons of group round play since the beginning of the ultimately meaningless-but-still-fun midseason tournament.

Ja Morant News / WI Sports Heroics / November 7

Why Ja Morant isn’t the answer the Bucks are looking for

In past seasons, the Milwaukee Bucks frequently monitored trade rumors involving top-tier stars. Now, with All-Star Ja Morant embroiled in recent controversies and serving a suspension in Memphis, speculation is growing about the end of his tenure with the Grizzlies.

Taurean Prince News / WI Sports Heroics / November 7

Bucks’ Taurean Prince injury could be chance fellow bench wing needs to finally find his footing

The Bucks will be without Taurean Prince Friday night against the Bulls, as the Milwaukee forward deals with a neck strain. Prince is averaging 21 minutes per night and has played less than that only twice, so someone will have to step in to fill those minutes.

Milwaukee Bucks News / WI Sports Heroics / November 7

'I don’t think we’ve seen his best yet': Doc Rivers praises Giannis Antetokounmpo’s ceiling

Even with the season just getting underway, Milwaukee Bucks superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo is already making a convincing push for his third MVP award.

Milwaukee Bucks News / WI Sports Heroics / November 7

Giannis Antetokounmpo builds chemistry with new teammate and it’s not Myles Turner

The Milwaukee Bucks are hitting their stride thanks to the growing chemistry between Giannis Antetokounmpo and AJ Green. Antetokounmpo continues to dominate with his trademark power and relentlessness, while Green’s shooting touch has added a new layer to Milwaukee’s offense.

Taurean Prince News / WI Sports Heroics / November 7

Bucks get unexpected injury update for Friday game vs Bulls

The Milwaukee Bucks‘ injury report for tonight’s game against the 6-1 Bulls indicates that they will be without forward Taurean Prince, who is dealing with a neck strain.

NBA News / Milwaukee Bucks on SI / November 7

3 Bucks Ruled Out for Bulls NBA Cup Game Friday

The Milwaukee Bucks could face off against a shorthanded Chicago Bulls squad on Friday, in the Bucks' first Emirates NBA Cup action of the 2025-26 season.

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Pacers announcers were so salty about Giannis Antetokounmpo’s game-winner

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Milwaukee Bucks News / Hoops Rumors / October 31

Bucks' Kevin Porter Jr. suffers injury that'll keep him out multiple weeks

Milwaukee Bucks guard Kevin Porter Jr. will undergo a “minor orthopedic procedure” to address a torn meniscus in his right knee and is expected to miss around four weeks.

Bucks HC Doc Rivers has shot at redemption after years of ridicule

The most notable NBA players who never made the All-Star Game

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