Bucks 56, Hornets 53: Play-by-play, highlights and reactions
The Milwaukee Bucks (15-6) play against the Charlotte Hornets (15-15) at Spectrum Center
Game Time: 6:00 PM EST on Saturday December 3, 2022
Milwaukee Bucks 56, Charlotte Hornets 53 (Q3 08:28)
What’s the buzz on Twitter?
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Jaden McDaniel has scored all eight of the #Hornets points to start the third quarter. The #Bucks haven’t scored yet. The lead 56-53. – 7:28 PM
Jaden McDaniel has scored all eight of the #Hornets points to start the third quarter. The #Bucks haven’t scored yet. The lead 56-53. – 7:28 PM
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The #Hornets have started the second half with six straight points. #Bucks lead 56-51. – 7:26 PM
The #Hornets have started the second half with six straight points. #Bucks lead 56-51. – 7:26 PM
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Mason Plumlee almost smooshed a kid sitting by himself courtside. – 7:25 PM
Mason Plumlee almost smooshed a kid sitting by himself courtside. – 7:25 PM
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Charlotte have just 5 assists to Milwaukee’s 15 at half time. – 7:08 PM
Charlotte have just 5 assists to Milwaukee’s 15 at half time. – 7:08 PM
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#Bucks lead the #Hornets 56-45 at the half. All 10 players who have seen the court have scored. – 7:07 PM
#Bucks lead the #Hornets 56-45 at the half. All 10 players who have seen the court have scored. – 7:07 PM
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Bucks are so smart and well coached, even their deep bench players execute to such a good level – 7:07 PM
Bucks are so smart and well coached, even their deep bench players execute to such a good level – 7:07 PM
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The #Bucks lead 49-40.
Nearly half the #Hornets points are off Bucks turnovers (19). – 7:02 PM
The #Bucks lead 49-40.
Nearly half the #Hornets points are off Bucks turnovers (19). – 7:02 PM
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#Bucks coach Mike Budenholzer noted that it’s still early in the return from a calf injury for Pat Connaughton – which is likely why he’s just hitting the six-minute mark here late in the first half. – 7:00 PM
#Bucks coach Mike Budenholzer noted that it’s still early in the return from a calf injury for Pat Connaughton – which is likely why he’s just hitting the six-minute mark here late in the first half. – 7:00 PM
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Ty Lue confirmed that Paul George and Kawhi Leonard will travel with the team as they head off to Charlotte. – 7:00 PM
Ty Lue confirmed that Paul George and Kawhi Leonard will travel with the team as they head off to Charlotte. – 7:00 PM
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But why is McDaniels going under on a screen against Nwora. He’s a 3 point specialist, just hit one a second earlier. Hornets have more all round talent, they’re making too many mistakes on both ends – 6:59 PM
But why is McDaniels going under on a screen against Nwora. He’s a 3 point specialist, just hit one a second earlier. Hornets have more all round talent, they’re making too many mistakes on both ends – 6:59 PM
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Jordan Nwora now has 13 points after consecutive triples and the #Bucks lead 47-35 with 4:14 to go in the first half. – 6:57 PM
Jordan Nwora now has 13 points after consecutive triples and the #Bucks lead 47-35 with 4:14 to go in the first half. – 6:57 PM
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DISH & DUNK! 💥
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@Terry Rozier x @Nick Richards | @drpepper pic.twitter.com/1BZ1ZCneKX – 6:56 PM
DISH & DUNK! 💥
📹: @HornetsOnBally
@Terry Rozier x @Nick Richards | @drpepper pic.twitter.com/1BZ1ZCneKX – 6:56 PM
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5th block of the game for Brook tonight!! 🚫 pic.twitter.com/F9vIztpbxf – 6:51 PM
5th block of the game for Brook tonight!! 🚫 pic.twitter.com/F9vIztpbxf – 6:51 PM
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Total minutes played this season:
Theo Maledon – 334 minutes
James Bouknight – 327 minutes – 6:51 PM
Total minutes played this season:
Theo Maledon – 334 minutes
James Bouknight – 327 minutes – 6:51 PM
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The #Hornets cut an 11-point deficit down to five and the #Bucks call for time. Charlotte has 16 points off 10 Milwaukee turnovers with 7:44 to go in the first half. – 6:49 PM
The #Hornets cut an 11-point deficit down to five and the #Bucks call for time. Charlotte has 16 points off 10 Milwaukee turnovers with 7:44 to go in the first half. – 6:49 PM
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It’s night like these when you wonder about the lack of versatility with the center position for Charlotte. Lopez just parking himself at the rim, he’s not being pulled out by any of the bigs. – 6:49 PM
It’s night like these when you wonder about the lack of versatility with the center position for Charlotte. Lopez just parking himself at the rim, he’s not being pulled out by any of the bigs. – 6:49 PM
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Brook Lopez has five blocks (again) and 8:25 is left in the FIRST HALF. – 6:46 PM
Brook Lopez has five blocks (again) and 8:25 is left in the FIRST HALF. – 6:46 PM
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Hornets PnR coverage has been horrible, every time ends with someone running for a 15ft close out in rotation – 6:42 PM
Hornets PnR coverage has been horrible, every time ends with someone running for a 15ft close out in rotation – 6:42 PM
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That George Hill dunk on a fastbreak gets the #Bucks bench up and causes a #Hornets timeout. Milwaukee is up 35-24. – 6:42 PM
That George Hill dunk on a fastbreak gets the #Bucks bench up and causes a #Hornets timeout. Milwaukee is up 35-24. – 6:42 PM
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Jevon Carter is grabbing his head and was slow to get up after that loose ball. He stays in the game for the #Bucks – 6:40 PM
Jevon Carter is grabbing his head and was slow to get up after that loose ball. He stays in the game for the #Bucks – 6:40 PM
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Bucks given a delay of game penalty for Giannis getting up from bench and hovering near court. pic.twitter.com/2FbQJnHj7y – 6:37 PM
Bucks given a delay of game penalty for Giannis getting up from bench and hovering near court. pic.twitter.com/2FbQJnHj7y – 6:37 PM
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Wesley Matthews was the only eligible #Bucks player to not check in in the first quarter. – 6:37 PM
Wesley Matthews was the only eligible #Bucks player to not check in in the first quarter. – 6:37 PM
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Brook Lopez hits a buzzer-beating three – #Bucks lead 30-24 after one. – 6:36 PM
Brook Lopez hits a buzzer-beating three – #Bucks lead 30-24 after one. – 6:36 PM
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AJ Green does not lack confidence.
When I talked to him about practicing with/against Khris Middleton, he said yeah, the all-star got him.
“But I got him, too.”
Green has five points this quarter for the #Bucks.
jsonline.com/story/sports/n… – 6:35 PM
AJ Green does not lack confidence.
When I talked to him about practicing with/against Khris Middleton, he said yeah, the all-star got him.
“But I got him, too.”
Green has five points this quarter for the #Bucks.
jsonline.com/story/sports/n… – 6:35 PM
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Bobby Portis is up to 11 points on 5 of 8 shooting for the #Bucks – 6:31 PM
Bobby Portis is up to 11 points on 5 of 8 shooting for the #Bucks – 6:31 PM
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Wizards were disadvantaged in 3 of 4 incorrect calls in the last minute at Hornets.
On the last possession down 117-116, Kristaps Porzingis was fouled trying to get the rebound and Daniel Gafford was fouled on his putback attempt. pic.twitter.com/z0SlyMZxzB – 6:29 PM
Wizards were disadvantaged in 3 of 4 incorrect calls in the last minute at Hornets.
On the last possession down 117-116, Kristaps Porzingis was fouled trying to get the rebound and Daniel Gafford was fouled on his putback attempt. pic.twitter.com/z0SlyMZxzB – 6:29 PM
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Lopez treating Plumlee like he’s social distancing, just waiting around the rim. Hornets have to be smarter by kicking or dropping it off, just driving in so far leading to 3 blocks for Lopez – 6:28 PM
Lopez treating Plumlee like he’s social distancing, just waiting around the rim. Hornets have to be smarter by kicking or dropping it off, just driving in so far leading to 3 blocks for Lopez – 6:28 PM
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As you might imagine…the spacing / ball handling hasn’t been the smoothest with some of these combinations for the #Bucks in the early going. – 6:25 PM
As you might imagine…the spacing / ball handling hasn’t been the smoothest with some of these combinations for the #Bucks in the early going. – 6:25 PM
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#Bucks lead the #Hornets 13-11 in the opening six minutes of the game. They are 0-for-3 from behind the three-point line. – 6:20 PM
#Bucks lead the #Hornets 13-11 in the opening six minutes of the game. They are 0-for-3 from behind the three-point line. – 6:20 PM
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Bucks getting too many shots at the rim, all sorts of confusion on back door cuts and generally poor perimeter defense. – 6:18 PM
Bucks getting too many shots at the rim, all sorts of confusion on back door cuts and generally poor perimeter defense. – 6:18 PM
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Bobby gets the first bucket of the game!! pic.twitter.com/WBhC2px2qz – 6:15 PM
Bobby gets the first bucket of the game!! pic.twitter.com/WBhC2px2qz – 6:15 PM
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#Bucks take an early 9-4 lead on the #Hornets. Bobby Portis and Jordan Nwora have all the points. Brook Lopez has 2 blocks. – 6:15 PM
#Bucks take an early 9-4 lead on the #Hornets. Bobby Portis and Jordan Nwora have all the points. Brook Lopez has 2 blocks. – 6:15 PM
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Brook Lopez just gave #Hornets mascot Hugo a standing version of the People’s Elbow. #Bucks big man appears rested enough. – 6:07 PM
Brook Lopez just gave #Hornets mascot Hugo a standing version of the People’s Elbow. #Bucks big man appears rested enough. – 6:07 PM
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(5/5) The error that disadvantaged the Hornets also occurred with Charlotte ahead 117-116. Corey Kispert should’ve been called for a shooting foul on P.J. Washington when the Hornets forward missed a shot with 15.6 seconds to go.
official.nba.com/last-two-minut… – 6:03 PM
(5/5) The error that disadvantaged the Hornets also occurred with Charlotte ahead 117-116. Corey Kispert should’ve been called for a shooting foul on P.J. Washington when the Hornets forward missed a shot with 15.6 seconds to go.
official.nba.com/last-two-minut… – 6:03 PM
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(3/5) For the second error that hurt the Wizards, after Bradley Beal missed the potential go-ahead jumper, Kelly Oubre Jr. should’ve been whistled for fouling Kristaps Porziņģis as they went for the rebound. Porziņģis should’ve received two free throws. official.nba.com/last-two-minut… – 6:01 PM
(3/5) For the second error that hurt the Wizards, after Bradley Beal missed the potential go-ahead jumper, Kelly Oubre Jr. should’ve been whistled for fouling Kristaps Porziņģis as they went for the rebound. Porziņģis should’ve received two free throws. official.nba.com/last-two-minut… – 6:01 PM
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📍 – 🏠
🆚 – @Milwaukee Bucks
– 6PM EST
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𝐁𝐚𝐜𝐤-𝐭𝐨-𝐁𝐚𝐜𝐤.
📍 – 🏠
🆚 – @Milwaukee Bucks
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(2/5) For the first error, with Charlotte ahead 117-116 and with Charlotte in the penalty, Mason Plumlee should’ve been whistled for fouling Daniel Gafford as Plumlee positioned himself for an offensive rebound. Gafford should’ve received two free throws. official.nba.com/last-two-minut… – 6:00 PM
(2/5) For the first error, with Charlotte ahead 117-116 and with Charlotte in the penalty, Mason Plumlee should’ve been whistled for fouling Daniel Gafford as Plumlee positioned himself for an offensive rebound. Gafford should’ve received two free throws. official.nba.com/last-two-minut… – 6:00 PM
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(2/5) For the first error, with Charlotte ahead 117-116 and with Charlotte in the penalty, Mason Plumlee should’ve been whistled for fouling Daniel Gafford as Plumlee positioned himself for an offensive rebound. Gafford should’ve received two free throws. official.nba.com/last-two-minut… – 5:58 PM
(2/5) For the first error, with Charlotte ahead 117-116 and with Charlotte in the penalty, Mason Plumlee should’ve been whistled for fouling Daniel Gafford as Plumlee positioned himself for an offensive rebound. Gafford should’ve received two free throws. official.nba.com/last-two-minut… – 5:58 PM
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(1/5) The NBA’s Last Two-Minute Report from Friday’s 117-116 Wizards’ loss to the Hornets revealed a total of four incorrect non-calls, according to the league. Three of those errors disadvantaged the Wizards. – 5:58 PM
(1/5) The NBA’s Last Two-Minute Report from Friday’s 117-116 Wizards’ loss to the Hornets revealed a total of four incorrect non-calls, according to the league. Three of those errors disadvantaged the Wizards. – 5:58 PM
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Bobby feeling the love in Charlotte.
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Bobby feeling the love in Charlotte.
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Obviously I focus on the #Bucks and how they’re handling this game roster-wise – but the #Hornets also played last night. Terry Rozier (40), Kelly Oubre Jr (38), P.J. Washington (38) and Mason Plumlee (35) logged big minutes in a tight game. – 5:51 PM
Obviously I focus on the #Bucks and how they’re handling this game roster-wise – but the #Hornets also played last night. Terry Rozier (40), Kelly Oubre Jr (38), P.J. Washington (38) and Mason Plumlee (35) logged big minutes in a tight game. – 5:51 PM
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This is Serge Ibaka’s fifth game out with an illness. Mike Budenholzer said the backup big man is trending in the right direction but he stayed back in Milwaukee to start some reconditioning work. – 5:43 PM
This is Serge Ibaka’s fifth game out with an illness. Mike Budenholzer said the backup big man is trending in the right direction but he stayed back in Milwaukee to start some reconditioning work. – 5:43 PM
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Looks like Jevon Carter, Grayson Allen and Jordan Nwora will start for the #Bucks with Bobby Portis and Brook Lopez. – 5:42 PM
Looks like Jevon Carter, Grayson Allen and Jordan Nwora will start for the #Bucks with Bobby Portis and Brook Lopez. – 5:42 PM
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Tonight’s starters and inactive. Lots of firepower sitting for the Bucks. pic.twitter.com/JpVTNMEwxl – 5:33 PM
Tonight’s starters and inactive. Lots of firepower sitting for the Bucks. pic.twitter.com/JpVTNMEwxl – 5:33 PM
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Roll out
#ULTRADrip | @MichelobULTRA pic.twitter.com/d9WZEfw6a2 – 5:32 PM
Roll out
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Starters for tonight vs. @Milwaukee Bucks
#LetsFly pic.twitter.com/oXORVbqBfB – 5:30 PM
Starters for tonight vs. @Milwaukee Bucks
#LetsFly pic.twitter.com/oXORVbqBfB – 5:30 PM
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INJURY REPORT vs MIL
LaMelo Ball (L Ankle Sprain) is out.
Gordon Hayward (L Shoulder – Scapula Fracture) is out.
Cody Martin (L Knee Procedure) is out.
Dennis Smith Jr (L Ankle Sprain) is out.
Mark Williams (L Ankle Sprain) is out.
#LetsFly | @NovantHealth pic.twitter.com/4DZ00p1sxE – 5:24 PM
INJURY REPORT vs MIL
LaMelo Ball (L Ankle Sprain) is out.
Gordon Hayward (L Shoulder – Scapula Fracture) is out.
Cody Martin (L Knee Procedure) is out.
Dennis Smith Jr (L Ankle Sprain) is out.
Mark Williams (L Ankle Sprain) is out.
#LetsFly | @NovantHealth pic.twitter.com/4DZ00p1sxE – 5:24 PM
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#LetsFly | @CrumblCookies pic.twitter.com/fiskeWXlFz – 5:14 PM
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#LetsFly | @CrumblCookies pic.twitter.com/fiskeWXlFz – 5:14 PM
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Kawhi and PG came out feeling good out of Friday’s practice but did not play in the Saturday matinee game against Sac. Ty Lue says they will both travel for the upcoming 4-game trip starting Monday in Charlotte: “Hopefully, we get them back very soon.” espn.com/nba/story/_/id… – 5:11 PM
Kawhi and PG came out feeling good out of Friday’s practice but did not play in the Saturday matinee game against Sac. Ty Lue says they will both travel for the upcoming 4-game trip starting Monday in Charlotte: “Hopefully, we get them back very soon.” espn.com/nba/story/_/id… – 5:11 PM
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This is the first of three meetings vs. the Hornets.
🎥 @sociosUSA pic.twitter.com/jDrkobkXLZ – 5:10 PM
This is the first of three meetings vs. the Hornets.
🎥 @sociosUSA pic.twitter.com/jDrkobkXLZ – 5:10 PM
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Protect the ball at all costs.
#LetsFly | @ChickfilA pic.twitter.com/VfHPgWNMLD – 4:59 PM
Protect the ball at all costs.
#LetsFly | @ChickfilA pic.twitter.com/VfHPgWNMLD – 4:59 PM
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The Bucks dropped 44 points in the second quarter and never looked back securing the 130-106 victory over the Hornets on February 28, 2022.
@betwayusa Game Rewind pic.twitter.com/zABpknO3jM – 4:55 PM
The Bucks dropped 44 points in the second quarter and never looked back securing the 130-106 victory over the Hornets on February 28, 2022.
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INJURY REPORT vs MIL
LaMelo Ball (L Knee Sprain) is out.
Gordon Hayward (L Scapula – Scapula Fracture) is out.
Cody Martin (L Knee Procedure) is out.
Dennis Smith Jr (L Ankle Sprain) is out.
Mark Williams (L Ankle Sprain) is out.
#LetsFly | @NovantHealth pic.twitter.com/sBvB53W45T – 4:45 PM
INJURY REPORT vs MIL
LaMelo Ball (L Knee Sprain) is out.
Gordon Hayward (L Scapula – Scapula Fracture) is out.
Cody Martin (L Knee Procedure) is out.
Dennis Smith Jr (L Ankle Sprain) is out.
Mark Williams (L Ankle Sprain) is out.
#LetsFly | @NovantHealth pic.twitter.com/sBvB53W45T – 4:45 PM
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One positive sign: Dennis Smith Jr. has shed the walking boot. He’s walking a bit better. pic.twitter.com/aMSMGZ0JII – 4:45 PM
One positive sign: Dennis Smith Jr. has shed the walking boot. He’s walking a bit better. pic.twitter.com/aMSMGZ0JII – 4:45 PM
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Feels like there will be more guys out than playing tonight for both sides. Tipoff against Milwaukee coming up an hour earlier than usual. pic.twitter.com/qVu2vKsved – 4:41 PM
Feels like there will be more guys out than playing tonight for both sides. Tipoff against Milwaukee coming up an hour earlier than usual. pic.twitter.com/qVu2vKsved – 4:41 PM
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#Bucks head coach Mike Budenholzer expects Brook Lopez to be ready to play tonight vs. the #Hornets – 4:37 PM
#Bucks head coach Mike Budenholzer expects Brook Lopez to be ready to play tonight vs. the #Hornets – 4:37 PM
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The Lakers made a statement in Milwaukee on Friday with the most impressive win of the LeBron James-Anthony Davis-Russell Westbrook era.
On AD out-dueling Giannis and this being the type of performance that could change how LA approaches trades: theathletic.com/3963628/2022/1… – 4:27 PM
The Lakers made a statement in Milwaukee on Friday with the most impressive win of the LeBron James-Anthony Davis-Russell Westbrook era.
On AD out-dueling Giannis and this being the type of performance that could change how LA approaches trades: theathletic.com/3963628/2022/1… – 4:27 PM
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Thanasis Antetokounmpo getting in pregame work in Charlotte. pic.twitter.com/uSwzj47Kl0 – 4:08 PM
Thanasis Antetokounmpo getting in pregame work in Charlotte. pic.twitter.com/uSwzj47Kl0 – 4:08 PM
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There is a big college feel in Charlotte today, with #Clemson & #UNC fans obviously getting ready for the ACC title game tonight.
But there’s also college hoops in town – and I discovered while getting coffee that @JoelBerryII is a very patient, nice man. – 3:45 PM
There is a big college feel in Charlotte today, with #Clemson & #UNC fans obviously getting ready for the ACC title game tonight.
But there’s also college hoops in town – and I discovered while getting coffee that @JoelBerryII is a very patient, nice man. – 3:45 PM
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For the sixth straight game, Clippers will start Reggie Jackson, Terance Mann, Amir Coffey, Marcus Morris Sr., Ivica Zubac together.
Dare I say that the lineup will be different Monday in Charlotte… – 3:32 PM
For the sixth straight game, Clippers will start Reggie Jackson, Terance Mann, Amir Coffey, Marcus Morris Sr., Ivica Zubac together.
Dare I say that the lineup will be different Monday in Charlotte… – 3:32 PM
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Jim Owczarski @JimOwczarski
FYI: The #Bucks are 2-0 on the back end of back-to-backs thus far on the year. But, Jrue Holiday and Brook Lopez played in both of those game and Giannis Antetokounmpo played in one. – 3:10 PM
FYI: The #Bucks are 2-0 on the back end of back-to-backs thus far on the year. But, Jrue Holiday and Brook Lopez played in both of those game and Giannis Antetokounmpo played in one. – 3:10 PM
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The Mavericks hit 24 threes at Madison Square Garden today, marking the third-most by a visiting team in MSG history (27 by BOS, 11/5/22; 26 by MIL, 11/10/21).
Former Knick Tim Hardaway Jr. hit a season-best 8 threes today, which mark his most 3-pointers ever at MSG. pic.twitter.com/p2EjR4m4UO – 2:48 PM
The Mavericks hit 24 threes at Madison Square Garden today, marking the third-most by a visiting team in MSG history (27 by BOS, 11/5/22; 26 by MIL, 11/10/21).
Former Knick Tim Hardaway Jr. hit a season-best 8 threes today, which mark his most 3-pointers ever at MSG. pic.twitter.com/p2EjR4m4UO – 2:48 PM
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GOOD LUCK to @ClemsonFB and @UNCFootball in the 2022 Subway ACC Football Championship tonight!
Who are you rooting for, Buzz City?! pic.twitter.com/sRnUEfn1SY – 2:30 PM
GOOD LUCK to @ClemsonFB and @UNCFootball in the 2022 Subway ACC Football Championship tonight!
Who are you rooting for, Buzz City?! pic.twitter.com/sRnUEfn1SY – 2:30 PM
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Giannis Antetokounmpo, Khris Middleton and Jrue Holiday ruled out for #Bucks vs. Charlotte #Hornets jsonline.com/story/sports/n… via @journalsentinel – 2:23 PM
Giannis Antetokounmpo, Khris Middleton and Jrue Holiday ruled out for #Bucks vs. Charlotte #Hornets jsonline.com/story/sports/n… via @journalsentinel – 2:23 PM
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Will the Bucks lead by more or less than 10.5 points tonight?
📊 @betwayusa pic.twitter.com/THRd2vkpw6 – 2:02 PM
Will the Bucks lead by more or less than 10.5 points tonight?
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A few hours before an early tip-off here in Charlotte, the #Bucks are going to be very, very shorthanded vs. the #Hornets.
Giannis Antetokounmpo (knee), Jrue Holiday (knee), Khris Middleton (reconditioning), MarJon Beauchamp (illness) and Serge Ibaka (illness) are OUT. – 1:56 PM
A few hours before an early tip-off here in Charlotte, the #Bucks are going to be very, very shorthanded vs. the #Hornets.
Giannis Antetokounmpo (knee), Jrue Holiday (knee), Khris Middleton (reconditioning), MarJon Beauchamp (illness) and Serge Ibaka (illness) are OUT. – 1:56 PM
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Brady Hawk @BradyHawk305
Bam Adebayo now at 7th in 4th quarter scoring this season with 127 points, even after missing some games
On 61% shooting
Next best % in that top 10:
Giannis Antetokounmpo at 53%
I cannot stress enough how insane that number is for Bam lol – 1:41 PM
Bam Adebayo now at 7th in 4th quarter scoring this season with 127 points, even after missing some games
On 61% shooting
Next best % in that top 10:
Giannis Antetokounmpo at 53%
I cannot stress enough how insane that number is for Bam lol – 1:41 PM
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Charlotte Hornets @hornets
1 Assist = $20 Donated by @LendingTree to @RoofAbove 🏠 Your Hornets have dropped 557 dimes so far this season, bringing the donation total to $11,140 to fight homelessness in our community!
#LetsFly pic.twitter.com/e4xfptBcXX – 1:30 PM
1 Assist = $20 Donated by @LendingTree to @RoofAbove 🏠 Your Hornets have dropped 557 dimes so far this season, bringing the donation total to $11,140 to fight homelessness in our community!
#LetsFly pic.twitter.com/e4xfptBcXX – 1:30 PM
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INJURY UPDATE: @Charlotte Hornets vs. MIL 12/3
Ball (L Ankle Sprain) out
Hayward (L Shoulder – Scapula Fracture) out
Martin (L Knee Procedure) out
Smith Jr (L Ankle Sprain) out
Williams (L Ankle Sprain) out – 1:01 PM
INJURY UPDATE: @Charlotte Hornets vs. MIL 12/3
Ball (L Ankle Sprain) out
Hayward (L Shoulder – Scapula Fracture) out
Martin (L Knee Procedure) out
Smith Jr (L Ankle Sprain) out
Williams (L Ankle Sprain) out – 1:01 PM
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The reigning NBA 2K Champs @BucksGG team is hosting a youth camp on Thursday, December 10th!!
Kids will enjoy a camp led by professionals hosted at our very own gaming facility!!
Spots are limited, snag yours today: https://t.co/UJrYySVAKX pic.twitter.com/NfFPIhxt2T – 1:01 PM
The reigning NBA 2K Champs @BucksGG team is hosting a youth camp on Thursday, December 10th!!
Kids will enjoy a camp led by professionals hosted at our very own gaming facility!!
Spots are limited, snag yours today: https://t.co/UJrYySVAKX pic.twitter.com/NfFPIhxt2T – 1:01 PM
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OFFICIAL: We have recalled center Mark Williams and forward JT Thor from the @greensboroswarm ending their @nbagleague assignments (5th assignment for Williams and 2nd for Thor).
#LetsFly pic.twitter.com/WPC7K4i6aM – 12:45 PM
OFFICIAL: We have recalled center Mark Williams and forward JT Thor from the @greensboroswarm ending their @nbagleague assignments (5th assignment for Williams and 2nd for Thor).
#LetsFly pic.twitter.com/WPC7K4i6aM – 12:45 PM
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Something to read with the rain ASMR in the back.
#LetsFly| 📝: @sam_perley pic.twitter.com/1kDzZtRm3S – 12:25 PM
Something to read with the rain ASMR in the back.
#LetsFly| 📝: @sam_perley pic.twitter.com/1kDzZtRm3S – 12:25 PM
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On the bright side for Bucks, Khris Middleton looks good in return nba.nbcsports.com/2022/12/03/on-… – 12:19 PM
On the bright side for Bucks, Khris Middleton looks good in return nba.nbcsports.com/2022/12/03/on-… – 12:19 PM
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Highlights from last night’s close game vs. Lakers.
@we_energies
pic.twitter.com/GL7J3dxkt6 – 12:01 PM
Highlights from last night’s close game vs. Lakers.
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