Giannis Antetokounmpo put on another masterclass Monday night, delivering his fourth triple-double of the season as the Milwaukee Bucks dismantled the Toronto Raptors 128-104 on the road. The two-time MVP tallied 11 points, 12 rebounds, and 13 assists in just 29 minutes, showcasing his all-around brilliance before sitting out the fourth quarter.
Damian Lillard provided an offensive spark with 25 points, including 15 in a scorching third quarter that saw the Bucks extend their lead. Milwaukee’s bench also stepped up, with Bobby Portis contributing 20 points, while Brook Lopez added 16. Former Raptors player Gary Trent Jr. chipped in 17 points against his old team, and Ryan Rollins rounded out the effort with 10 points.
Milwaukee dominated from start to finish, building a lead that ballooned to 33 points in the fourth quarter. The win snapped a two-game skid for the Bucks and reinforced their status as a top contender in the Eastern Conference.
Despite playing with a cut finger that required treatment during the game, Antetokounmpo remained effective and led his team until the victory was all but secured. His performance marked the 49th triple-double of his illustrious career.
For the Raptors, RJ Barrett made a strong return after missing three games due to illness, posting 25 points, nine rebounds, and five assists. His presence reunited Toronto’s projected starting lineup for the first time this season. Scottie Barnes added 21 points, but it wasn’t enough to stem the team’s struggles, as they’ve now dropped 13 of their last 14 games. Jakob Poeltl contributed 12 points, while Immanuel Quickley and Gradey Dick scored 11 each.
The Bucks’ commanding victory serves as a statement of intent as they look to build momentum, while the Raptors face the challenge of turning their season around amid mounting losses.
