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Bucks Rally Past Clippers Behind Lillard's 41 Points

Milwaukee Bucks' Bobby Portis tries to get past LA Clippers' Daniel Theis during the first half of an NBA basketball game Monday, March 4, 2024, in Milwaukee. (AP Photo/Morry Gash)

In a thrilling matchup on Monday night, the Milwaukee Bucks showcased their resilience by overcoming the absence of Giannis Antetokounmpo to secure a 113-106 victory against the Los Angeles Clippers. Antetokounmpo, dealing with left Achilles tendinitis, missed his third game of the season, but the Bucks proved their mettle by extending their winning streak to six games.

Despite Antetokounmpo's absence, Bucks' star Damian Lillard shone brightly, delivering a stellar performance with 41 points to lead his team to victory. The Bucks' coach had acknowledged the ongoing Achilles issue plaguing Antetokounmpo, but the team rallied together to secure the win.

Damian Lillard led the Bucks with 41 points in Giannis' absence.
Milwaukee Bucks won 113-106 against the Los Angeles Clippers without Giannis Antetokounmpo.
Bobby Portis contributed 28 points and 16 rebounds, with 14 points in the fourth quarter.
Patrick Beverley added 12 points to ignite the Bucks' winning rally.
James Harden and Paul George scored 29 points each for the Clippers.
Kawhi Leonard added 16 points for the Clippers in a hard-fought contest.
Bucks staged an impressive comeback after trailing by 13 points in the third quarter.

Notable contributions came from Bobby Portis, who scored 28 points and grabbed a season-high 16 rebounds, with 14 of those points coming in a crucial fourth-quarter surge. Patrick Beverley also played a pivotal role, chipping in 12 points and igniting the Bucks' winning rally.

The Clippers, led by James Harden and Paul George with 29 points each, put up a strong fight, but the Bucks' resilience proved too much to handle. Kawhi Leonard added 16 points for the Clippers in a hard-fought contest.

Trailing by 13 points late in the third quarter, the Bucks staged an impressive comeback, scoring 10 unanswered points to level the playing field. A clutch 3-pointer by Beverley tied the game at 96, setting the stage for a thrilling finish.

Key defensive plays and timely scoring down the stretch propelled the Bucks to victory, with Portis sealing the win with crucial baskets in the final minutes. Despite a late surge by the Clippers, the Bucks held on for a well-deserved win.

With this victory, the Bucks remain unbeaten since the All-Star break and are gearing up for a challenging four-game road trip, starting with a matchup against the Golden State Warriors on Wednesday.

Upcoming Games:

Clippers: Visit the Houston Rockets on Wednesday.

Bucks: Begin a four-game road trip Wednesday at Golden State.

For more NBA news and updates, visit AP NBA.

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