nba Game Recap
Philadelphia Falls 90-88 to Bucks - Recap
Milwaukee got 21 points and 13 rebounds from Giannis Antetokounmpo en route to a 90-88 victory over Philadelphia on Thursday at Wells Fargo Center.
Bettors who backed the Bucks were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as an underdog of +4.5 at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go UNDER the closing total of 224.5.
Brook Lopez had 17 points for Milwaukee and Grayson Allen chipped in with 12 points. Jrue Holiday had 8 assists for the Bucks, while Giannis Antetokounmpo was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 13 boards.
The 76ers got a 31-point performance from James Harden, who was supported by 15 points from Joel Embiid. James Harden had 9 assists in a losing cause for Philadelphia, while Joel Embiid grabbed 12 rebounds.
Milwaukee led at halftime, 47-45.
The rebound battle favored Milwaukee as they grabbed 48 boards, while Philadelphia only had 44
Next game, Milwaukee takes its act home to face Houston looking for another win. For Philadelphia, they head home to face San Antonio.