The Milwaukee Bucks, is basking in the glow of a four-game winning streak as they gear up to welcome the struggling San Antonio Spurs.
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Giannis Antetokounmpo, along with the Milwaukee Bucks, is basking in the glow of a four-game winning streak as they gear up to welcome the rookie sensation Victor Wembanyama and the struggling San Antonio Spurs on Tuesday.
Milwaukee has the opportunity to complete a Texas sweep following their 128-119 home victory against Houston on Sunday. Damian Lillard showcased his prowess with 39 points and 11 assists, while Antetokounmpo contributed 26 points and achieved a season-high 17 rebounds in the triumph. This win also put an end to the Rockets’ five-game winning streak.
Antetokounmpo surpassed Kareem Abdul-Jabbar to secure the position of the Bucks’ historical rebounding leader by grabbing his 14th board during Sunday’s game.
For the Bucks, Crowder and Washington will not be available for the game due to groin and ankle injuries, respectively. As for the Spurs, Bassey (knee injury) and Wembanyama (ankle injury) will not be playing the game. Besides, Rice is also expected to sit this one out due to an injury.
The Spurs are journeying north following a disheartening 146-110 defeat at home against New Orleans on Sunday. San Antonio faced difficulties, marking their 19th loss in the last 20 games, after breaking a franchise record with an 18-game losing streak but finding a momentary respite with a victory against the Los Angeles Lakers on Friday.
San Antonio was led by Wembanyama, who contributed 17 points, 13 rebounds, and four blocks. Julian Champagnie matched his season-high with 15 points, and Cedi Osman chipped in with 14 points.
Extending his streak to eight consecutive double-doubles, Wembanyama is steadily adding to the NBA record for a teenager established by Dwight Howard in 2005. At 19 years old, Wembanyama leads the team with an impressive tally of 14 double-doubles this season.
The upcoming matchup between Wembanyama and Antetokounmpo marks their inaugural on-court encounter, and the rookie is eagerly anticipating the opportunity to face the Bucks’ superstar.
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