Lillard nets 3-pointer at OT buzzer to lift Bucks past Kings

On Sunday night, Damian Lillard sealed a thrilling victory for the Milwaukee Bucks with a buzzer-beating 3-poInter in overtime, resulting in a narrow 143-142 win over the Sacramento Kings.

The Kings had a four-point lead late in overtime, but Brook Lopez’s corner 3-pointer narrowed the gap to 141-140 with just 11.5 seconds remaining. After De’Aaron Fox made one of two free throws, Lillard received a pass, crossed half court, and sank the game-winning shot, extending the Bucks’ dominance with their 15th consecutive victory over the Kings.

Lillard led Milwaukee’s charge with 29 points, while Giannis Antetokounmpo notched a triple-double with 27 points, 10 rebounds, and 10 assists. Malik Beasley contributed 23 points, and Bobby Portis added 22, propelling the Bucks to a stellar 19-3 record at home. For the Kings, Fox led the way with 32 points, and Domantas Sabonis secured his 10th triple-double of the season with 21 points, 15 assists, and 13 rebounds.

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The game also saw a dramatic moment as Kings coach Mike Brown stormed onto the court in the fourth quarter, vehemently arguing with referee Intae Hwang. Brown’s actions led to his immediate ejection, with Sacramento players restraining him as Malik Monk guided him off the court.