Bucks win NBA Cup; Falcons turn to Michael Penix Jr.; why each CFP team could win it all

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THE NBA CUP CHAMPION MILWAUKEE BUCKS

Time will tell if the Bucks are back, but they certainly looked close to their dominant selves from a few years ago in Tuesday’s 97-81 NBA Cup final win over the Thunder. After an awful start to the season, Milwaukee has won 13 of its last 16 games — even though this one doesn’t count toward the regular-season record.

Giannis Antetokounmpo had 26 points, 19 rebounds, 10 assists and three blocks, and Damian Lillard added 23 points.The offense, featuring 17 for 40 (43%) 3-point shooting, was nice. The defense was stunning. The Thunder scored just 31 points in the second half and shot an abysmal 5 for 32 (16%) from 3 overall. It was Oklahoma City’s fewest 3s in a game this season. The Bucks not only get the trophy, but each player gets over $500,000.

Sam Quinn has NBA Cup winners and…

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Author : Zachary Pereles

Publish date : 2024-12-18 13:52:00

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