On Dec. 2, 2022, the Los Angeles Lakers began a six-game road trip with a marquee matchup versus Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Milwaukee Bucks.
It was an opportunity for them to prove they were better than their 8-12 record indicated. The Bucks, meanwhile, were 15-5 and were about to enjoy the season debut of Khris Middleton, who had been out with a wrist injury.
