nba Game Recap
Charlotte Hornets vs Milwaukee Bucks Wrap - Milwaukee Wins 127-125
Giannis Antetokounmpo scored 40 points and added 12 rebounds for a double-double, leading Milwaukee over Charlotte, 127-125, on Wednesday at Fiserv Forum.
Milwaukee did not, however, defeat the Hornets against the spread, which closed at -9.0 at most sportsbooks. Totals bettors, meanwhile, saw the game go OVER the closing number of 231.0.
Milwaukee got 21 points from Khris Middleton and another 16 points from Grayson Allen. Giannis Antetokounmpo contributed 9 assists, while Giannis Antetokounmpo cleaned the glass with 12 rebounds.
Charlotte got 36 points from LaMelo Ball in a losing cause and another 25 points from Kelly Oubre Jr.. LaMelo Ball contributed 9 assists for the Hornets, while PJ Washington had 10 rebounds.
The Bucks hit the break losing 68-60 before taking care of business in the second half.
Milwaukee had a 45-36 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Next game, Milwaukee takes its act on the road to face Toronto looking for another win. For Charlotte, they head on the road to face Atlanta.