nba Game Recap
New Orleans Pelicans vs Milwaukee Bucks Wrap - Milwaukee Wins 129-125
New Orleans was victimized for 38 points and 10 rebounds by Giannis Antetokounmpo as the Bucks defeated the Pelicans 129-125 in NBA action on Thursday.
Milwaukee did not, however, defeat the Pelicans against the spread, which closed at -8.0 at most sportsbooks. Totals bettors, meanwhile, saw the game go OVER the closing number of 241.5.
Milwaukee got 31 points from Khris Middleton and another 24 points from Donte DiVincenzo. Donte DiVincenzo contributed 9 assists, while Giannis Antetokounmpo cleaned the glass with 10 rebounds.
The Pelicans got a 34-point performance from Zion Williamson, who was supported by 23 points from Brandon Ingram. Lonzo Ball had 8 assists in a losing cause for New Orleans, while Steven Adams grabbed 13 rebounds.
Milwaukee led at halftime, 69-68.
New Orleans won the battle of the boards, outrebounding their counterparts 47-42.
Milwaukee heads into a battle against the Clippers. New Orleans, meanwhile, will have their next action against San Antonio.