The LA Clippers survived a close battle for three quarters with the Milwaukee Bucks before surging to a 127-117 win. Milwaukee led 59-58 entering the fourth quarter but couldn't recover from LA's 12-0 blast. The Clippers held on behind a stout defense and crucial shots from James Harden and Norman Powell.
The Beard, who had 17 third-quarter points, finished with 40 on 12-for-24 shooting, including 4-for-10 from deep. He also had nine assists and five rebounds. Norman Powell backed him up with 33 points, six rebounds and two blocks.
Giannis Antetokounmpo led the Bucks with 36 points, 13 rebounds and one assist. Damian Lillard was even more impressive, finishing the game with 29 points, 10 rebounds and 10 assists.
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Milwaukee Bucks vs LA Clippers player stats and box score
Milwaukee Bucks player stats and box score
LA Clippers player stats and box score
Milwaukee Bucks vs LA Clippers Game Summary
The Milwaukee Bucks visited Intuit Dome on Saturday for a matchup against the LA Clippers. Milwaukee looked to open a four-game road swing with a win in their only visit to the Clippers’ home court this season.
The first quarter ended with the score tied at 28-28. Giannis Antetokounmpo had nine points, while Damian Lillard had four points and three assists for the Bucks. James Harden led the Clippers with 10 points and three assists.
The second quarter was another tight contest, but the Bucks held a thin 59-58 at halftime. Antetokounmpo and Lillard got a boost from Taurean Prince and Brook Lopez. Gary Trent Jr. also made his impact on both ends of the floor.
Kawhi Leonard stepped up with nine points and three assists as the Bucks' defense slowed down Harden. Norman Powell contributed seven points and two assists in the period.
Giannis Antetokounmpo had 15 points and two assists in the third quarter. Damian Lillard backed him up with five points and four assists. Gary Trent Jr.’s 28-footer at the buzzer cut LA’s lead to 94-93 before the fourth quarter started.
James Harden lit up the Bucks for 17 points and three assists in the third period. Kawhi Leonard helped carry the team with seven points and two assists. Norman Powell added eight points but missed a few open shots that would have given the Clippers a bigger lead before the final 12 minutes.
The Clippers’ 12-0 blast starting at 9:00 in the fourth quarter gave them the separation they needed. LA’s defense and timely shots from Powell and Harden held off the Bucks’ desperate rally. The Clippers eventually won 127-117.
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