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Lakers Fall 111-104 Against Milwaukee - Game Recap
Milwaukee got 34 points and 11 rebounds from Giannis Antetokounmpo en route to a 111-104 victory over Los Angeles on Thursday at Fiserv Forum.
Bettors who backed the Bucks were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as a favorite of -3.5 at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go UNDER the closing total of 227.0.
George Hill had 21 points for Milwaukee and Khris Middleton chipped in with 15 points. Giannis Antetokounmpo had 7 assists for the Bucks, while Giannis Antetokounmpo was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 11 boards.
Los Angeles got 36 points from Anthony Davis in a losing cause and another 21 points from LeBron James. LeBron James contributed 11 assists for the Lakers, while LeBron James had 12 rebounds.
Milwaukee led at halftime, 65-46.
Milwaukee had a 40-38 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Milwaukee heads into a battle against the Knicks. Los Angeles, meanwhile, will have their next action against Denver.