nba Game Recap
Milwaukee Bucks vs New Orleans Pelicans Wrap - Milwaukee Wins 128-119
Giannis Antetokounmpo scored 42 points and chipped in with 10 rebounds for Milwaukee on Monday, leading the Bucks to a 128-119 victory over New Orleans at Smoothie King Center.
Bettors who backed the Bucks were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as an underdog of +1.0 at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go OVER the closing total of 227.5.
Milwaukee got 30 points from Brook Lopez and another 18 points from Jrue Holiday. Jrue Holiday contributed 11 assists, while Giannis Antetokounmpo cleaned the glass with 10 rebounds.
The Pelicans got a 37-point performance from Jonas Valanciunas, who was supported by 31 points from CJ McCollum. CJ McCollum had 9 assists in a losing cause for New Orleans, while Jonas Valanciunas grabbed 18 rebounds.
First-half bettors who backed Milwaukee were victorious, as the score was 66-61 at the break.
Next game, Milwaukee takes its act on the road to face Cleveland looking for another win. For New Orleans, they head home to face San Antonio.