NBA mid-season semi-final matchups decided
In the NBA Mid-Season Tournament, the semi-final matchups are now clear. The Milwaukee Bucks, after triumphing over the New York Knicks, are set to face the Indiana Pacers. Meanwhile, the Los Angeles Lakers, following their victory over the Phoenix Suns, will challenge the New Orleans Pelicans in the semi-finals.
The tournament's excitement continued with two games played last night.
At the Fiserv Forum, the Bucks dominated the Knicks in the quarterfinals, winning 146-122.
Giannis Antetokounmpo Shines with a Double-Double
This win propels the Bucks into the semi-finals against the Indiana Pacers.
Giannis Antetokounmpo led the charge with an impressive 35 points, 10 assists, 8 rebounds, and 3 steals. Damian Lillard added 28 points, 7 assists, and 3 rebounds. Khris Middleton scored 14 points with 7 assists and 4 rebounds, Malik Beasley contributed 18 points and 3 rebounds, and Bobby Portis, coming off the bench, added 13 points, 4 rebounds, and 2 blocks.
Despite Julius Randle's strong performance for the Knicks with 41 points, 6 rebounds, and 5 assists, it wasn't enough. Jalen Brunson scored 24 points, and added 6 assists, and 3 rebounds, while RJ Barrett contributed 23 points and 8 rebounds. Josh Hart was the only Knicks player to reach double figures off the bench, scoring 11 points.
LeBron James scores 31 points in Lakers' victory
Los Angeles Lakers clinched a win over Phoenix Suns, 106-103, in their quarterfinal match at the Crypto.com Arena.
This victory sets up a semi-final showdown between the Lakers and the New Orleans Pelicans.
LeBron James led the Lakers with 31 points, 8 rebounds, 11 assists, and 5 steals. Anthony Davis played strongly, scoring 27 points with 15 rebounds and 2 blocks. Austin Reaves finished the game with 20 points, 6 rebounds, and 2 assists.
On the Suns' side, Kevin Durant, despite a near-game-winning shot in the final seconds, concluded with 31 points, 7 rebounds, and 4 assists. Devin Booker tallied 21 points, 11 rebounds, and 6 assists, and Grayson Allen recorded 21 points, 2 rebounds, 2 assists, and 2 steals.
