The 76ers, which had lost Saturday in Indianapolis, fell to 15-26 after they dressed just nine players – including 3 two-way players. “It was one of those games," Bucks head coach Doc Rivers said.

Giannis Antetokounmpo scored 34 points and grabbed 15 boards to lead the host Milwaukee Bucks to a 123-109 win over the short-handed Philadelphia 76ers on Sunday evening.

Playing for the second consecutive night, Philadelphia has lost six straightand nine of 11. The 76ers (15-26) were once again missing several key players, including Joel Embiid and Paul George.

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The Milwaukee Bucks beat the stubborn Philadelphia 76ers, who did not have Joel Embiid and Paul George, on Sunday. After leading 30-21 in the first quarter, the Bucks could not blow the game open.

The Philadelphia 76ers and Milwaukee Bucks will lock horns on Sunday at the Fiserv Forum. It's their second matchup of the season. The Sixers and Bucks last matched up on opening night (Oct. 23).

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Jackson will be joining rookies Stephon Castle and Matas Buzelis in the All-Star Weekend spectacle. The Bucks' 23-year old has started 32 games for coach Doc Rivers this season and plays 17.3 minutes per game. While his numbers don't stand out, he provides a strong defensive impact and is the best athlete on the team, excluding Antetokounmpo.

In the 2009-10 NBA season, the Thunder jumped from 23 wins to 50 wins. OKC was built around 21-year-olds Kevin Durant and Russell Westbrook, 23-year-old Jeff Green and 20-year-olds James Harden and Serge Ibaka.

Milwaukee Bucks prepare for a crucial game against the LA Clippers on January 25, 2025, with fans concerned about Giannis Antetokounmpo's knee injury. Listed as probable, Giannis' health could significantly impact the team's performance.