Giannis scores 25 in Bucks’ preseason loss to Dallas
The Milwaukee Bucks tipped off their 2020-21 preseason schedule with a 112-102 loss to Dallas on Saturday night.
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Reigning NBA MVP Giannis Antetokounmpo was his usual self, collecting 25 points and 10 rebounds in 25 minutes. Khris Middleton added 18 points on 4-of-8 shooting.
Bobby Portis was a spark off the bench for Milwaukee, registering a double-double with 14 points and 13 rebounds in 20 minutes.
Mavericks superstar Luka Doncic posted 13 points and four assists, nailing 3 of 5 attempts from downtown in 16 minutes.
As a team, Milwaukee shot 23.7% from 3-point range (9 of 38) and 85% from the free-throw line (17 of 20).
The Bucks return to the court Monday night to battle Dallas once again. The game tips off at 7 p.m. and will be televised on FOX Sports Wisconsin.