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Bucks’ ‘phenomenal’ stretch draws blunt reaction from Doc Rivers amid Giannis Antetokounmpo’s absence

The Milwaukee Bucks have been showing some serious signs of life of late, as they appear to be having success in turning around their season. And they are doing so without their best player on the lineup, as two-time NBA Most Valuable Player Giannis Antetokounmpo has yet to return from a calf injury.

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Rapid Recap: Bucks 118, Cavaliers 116

The Milwaukee Bucks pulled off a dramatic victory in the final seconds over the Cleveland Cavaliers. Kevin Porter Jr. once again led the Bucks’ offense with 20 points, eight rebounds, seven assists, and five steals.

NBA News / Field Level Media / February 25

Bucks narrowly defeat injury riddled Cavaliers

Kevin Porter Jr. hit the game winner in the final seconds and scored 20 points to lead the Milwaukee Bucks to a 118-116 victory over the visiting, short-handed Cleveland Cavaliers on Wednesday night.

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The 'NBA All-Star MVPs' quiz

How many of the NBA All-Star Game MVP Award -- officially named the Kobe Bryant Trophy in 2020 -- in the three-point era (1979-80) can you name in five minutes?

The 'Most made three-pointers by NBA season' quiz

The '2025-26 NBA All-Stars' quiz

The 'NBA Slam Dunk Contest winners' quiz

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / February 25

Bucks’ Kevin Porter Jr. climbs ladder on Cavs’ Jarrett Allen

The Milwaukee Bucks are turning a corner, at least from head coach Doc Rivers’ perspective, and they’ve gone 7-3 thus far in the calendar month of February.

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The 23 best NBA players with exactly one All-Star appearance

The NBA is a league built on the backs of its stars. Every now and then, guys in the NBA will raise their play to All-Star level, and sometimes, that run only lasts for one season.

Giannis Antetokounmpo News / Milwaukee Bucks on SI / February 25

The Latest Timetable on Giannis Antetokounmpo

Just because Glenn Rivers goes by "Doc" doesn't mean he will give you a diagnosis or prognosis. So, when asked again before Wednesday's game for the estimated return date of his superstar, the Milwaukee Bucks didn't give reporters much to go on.

Ryan Rollins News / Milwaukee Bucks on SI / February 25

Ryan Rollins is Whom the Most Improved Player Award is About

The Most Improved Player award is supposed to recognize real growth. Not hype, not expectations finally being met, but actual development that changes the trajectory of a player’s career.

Milwaukee Bucks News / WI Sports Heroics / February 25

Milwaukee Bucks injury report still lists Giannis Antetokounmpo, but Cavaliers also short-handed

The Milwaukee Bucks are 25-31 on the season following their thrilling 128-117 victory over the Miami Heat on Tuesday night. Kevin Porter Jr. led the way with 32 points, seven rebounds, and seven assists, while Ryan Rollins had 21 points, four rebounds, and five assists.

Milwaukee Bucks News / WI Sports Heroics / February 25

Favorable Schedule Gives Milwaukee Bucks a Real Shot at the Playoffs

The Milwaukee Bucks are finally stringing together wins after what has been a tough season. With wild speculation about Giannis Antetokounmpo’s future being the only consistent element of the Bucks’ season, Milwaukee has spent most of the season outside of the playoff picture.

Milwaukee Bucks News / WI Sports Heroics / February 25

Bucks’ Doc Rivers optimistic on Giannis Antetokounmpo’s return

The Milwaukee Bucks have continued to compete without Giannis Antetokounmpo as he works his way back from a right calf strain. There is reason for cautious optimism, as he has been going through pregame workouts and increasing his activity level.

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20 NBA superstars who carried awful teams the farthest

Good players tend to succeed in the NBA. Sometimes, though, they find themselves in terrible situations but still find ways to over-achieve. These are the 20 players who carried the worst NBA teams.

Milwaukee Bucks News / Brew Hoop / February 25

Bucks vs. Heat Player Grades: Rollins and Porter get Milwaukee back on track

The Milwaukee Bucks put their disappointing loss to the Toronto Raptors in the rear-view mirror last night, taking down the Miami Heat 128-117. The Bucks’ defense shut the door on Miami, holding them to six points in the final six minutes of regulation.