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Bucks Stampede Over Hornets: Milwaukee Marches to Victory at Spectrum Center

The Milwaukee Bucks, with a record of 39-21, secured another victory against the Charlotte Hornets who now stand at 15-44. The final score read 111-99 in favor of the visiting team.


CHARLOTTE, NC - FEBRUARY 29: The Milwaukee Bucks  and the Charlotte Hornets go for the opening tip off on February 29, 2024 at Spectrum Center in Charlotte, North Carolina. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement.  Mandatory Copyright Notice:  Copyright 2024 NBAE (Photo by Brock Williams-Smith/NBAE via Getty Images)

The Bucks opened the game with an impressive offensive display, scoring 35 points in both the first and second quarters. Their dominance continued throughout the game as they maintained a lead for over 47 minutes. The team's efficiency was notable with an overall rating of 127 and they led by as much as 25 points during the contest.


Milwaukee's defensive efforts were equally commendable, holding their opponents to under triple digits. They achieved this through a combination of nine steals and three blocks while drawing eighteen fouls from the Hornets. On offense, they capitalized on turnovers by scoring eighteen points off them.


CHARLOTTE, NC - FEBRUARY 29: Patrick Beverley #21 of the Milwaukee Bucks shoots a three point basket during the game against the Charlotte Hornets on February 29, 2024 at Spectrum Center in Charlotte, North Carolina. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2024 NBAE (Photo by Kent Smith/NBAE via Getty Images)

A key aspect of Milwaukee's success was their shooting accuracy; they made forty-five percent of their field goal attempts including sixteen three-pointers at a forty-one percent clip. Their performance from beyond the arc complemented well with their paint presence where they scored forty-six points.


Rebounding played a significant role in maintaining possession and creating second-chance opportunities for Milwaukee. The team grabbed forty-nine rebounds in total, eight being on the offensive glass which contributed to twelve second-chance points.


CHARLOTTE, NC - FEBRUARY 29: Cody Martin #11 of the Charlotte Hornets drives to the basket during the game against the Milwaukee Bucks on February 29, 2024 at Spectrum Center in Charlotte, North Carolina. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement.  Mandatory Copyright Notice:  Copyright 2024 NBAE (Photo by Brock Williams-Smith/NBAE via Getty Images)

Contributions came from all over as bench players added thirty-six points to Milwaukee's tally. The team showed discipline by limiting themselves to just eight turnovers throughout four quarters of play while also achieving an assists-turnover ratio of three.


On Charlotte’s side, despite falling short on defense allowing one hundred eleven points against them, managed twenty-four assists and edged out Milwaukee in total rebounds with fifty-two boards including ten from team efforts. However, thirteen turnovers proved costly for them along with lower shooting percentages across field goals (forty-four percent), free throws (seventy-five percent), and particularly three-pointers (thirty-one percent).


Looking ahead after this solid performance on both ends of the court, fans can catch the next game featuring Milwaukee Bucks when they visit Chicago Bulls at United Center on March 1st at 9:00 PM CT. This matchup will be broadcasted across multiple networks including ESPN, NBCS-CHI, and WMLW for viewers tuning in from various locations.

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