Antetokounmpo Powers Bucks Past Pacers 134-123
MILWAUKEE (AP) Giannis Antetokounmpo tallied 31 points, 14 rebounds and eight assists to power the Milwaukee Bucks to a 134-123 victory over the Indiana Pacers on Sunday, March 15, 2026, at Fiserv Forum.
The Bucks overcame a halftime deficit to secure their fourth win in five games, relying on a dominant fourth-quarter surge and capitalizing on Indiana's miscues. Antetokounmpo, the two-time NBA Most Valuable Player, was efficient throughout, shooting 12 of 19 from the field and anchoring Milwaukee's interior presence. Bobby Portis complemented him with 29 points and 10 rebounds, providing scoring punch off the bench. Reserve guard Ryan Rollins contributed 20 points on 8-of-12 shooting, including 3 of 5 from three-point range, along with seven assists and three steals, showcasing his growing role in the rotation.
For the Pacers, Aaron Nesmith topped the scoring chart with 32 points, hitting 12 of 19 shots in a valiant effort to keep his team competitive. Jay Huff added 16 points and two blocks, offering rim protection and timely buckets. Despite the output from their supporting cast, Indiana struggled with ball security, committing 18 turnovers compared to Milwaukee's nine, which...