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Can Milwaukee Bucks Rebound After Falling to New York Knicks at Fiserv Forum?

The Milwaukee Bucks, with a 47-31 record, faced off against the New York Knicks who came into the game with a 46-32 standing. In a closely contested match at the Fiserv Forum, it was the visiting team that emerged victorious with a final score of 122-109.


MILWAUKEE, WI - APRIL 7: Jalen Brunson #11 of the New York Knicks and Assistant Coach Rick Brunson warm up before the game against the Milwaukee Bucks on April 7, 2024 at the Fiserv Forum Center in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. 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 Jeff Haynes/NBAE via Getty Images).

The Bucks started strong in the first quarter, outscoring the Knicks by six points. However, as the game progressed, they struggled to maintain their lead. Despite having one more timeout remaining than their opponents and leading for over half of the game's duration (27:29), they couldn't capitalize on this advantage. The home team's bench contributed significantly with 31 points but was overshadowed by their opponents' bench who added 24 points to their tally.


Milwaukee showcased an impressive free throw accuracy rate of 84 percent and converted more than half of their two-point attempts (56 percent). They also managed to block seven shots and drew more fouls (22) than they committed (16). However, turnovers proved costly for them as they gave up possession fourteen times compared to only seven by the Knicks.


MILWAUKEE, WI - APRIL 7: Damian Lillard #0 of the Milwaukee Bucks dribbles the ball during the game against the New York Knicks on April 7, 2024 at the Fiserv Forum Center in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. 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 Jeff Haynes/NBAE via Getty Images).

On defense, Milwaukee allowed New York to score from various positions on court including inside paint where they conceded forty-four points. The defensive efforts were not enough as New York managed an effective field goal percentage of fifty-six percent and shot forty-eight percent from beyond three-point line.


For fans looking forward to seeing how Milwaukee will bounce back from this setback, there is an upcoming game scheduled against Boston Celtics at Fiserv Forum on April 9th at 6:30 PM local time. This encounter can be watched live on TNT for those eager to see if Milwaukee can turn things around in front of their home crowd.


MILWAUKEE, WI - APRIL 7: Khris Middleton #22 of the Milwaukee Bucks dribbles the ball during the game against the New York Knicks on April 7, 2024 at the Fiserv Forum Center in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. 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 Jeff Haynes/NBAE via Getty Images).
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