Surprised Bucks beat rotating Nets 144-122 with Giannis’ 32 points

Giannis Antetokounmpo went down the list of names from the Brooklyn Nets that he was preparing to defend, only to find that most of them spent minimal time on the court. Despite the initial challenge, Antetokounmpo and his Milwaukee teammates adapted on the fly against unfamiliar opponents.

In a game where the Nets treated it more like a preseason matchup, resting three starters and sparingly using two others after their victory in Detroit, the Bucks seized control with a convincing 144-122 triumph. Antetokounmpo contributed significantly with 32 points, 10 rebounds, and eight assists, while Khris Middleton added 27 points and 10 assists.

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