The Milwaukee Bucks and Indiana Pacers are ready to rumble in Indianapolis today at 4:30 p.m. CDT at Gainbridge Fieldhouse.
Khris Middleton came up clutch with a jaw-dropping 30-foot three-pointer in the final second of regulation, tying the game at 111-111 and forcing overtime. Middleton was a scoring machine, notching 35 points, while Damian Lillard added 28. Pascal Siakam was a force, snagging two critical offensive rebounds and finishing with 17 points. Middleton also beat the buzzer in the third quarter, bringing the Bucks within striking distance at 90-83 with a total of 24 points in just 27 minutes.
The Pacers dominated the first half, scoring 20 points off second chances and heading into halftime with a 67-55 lead. They capitalized on Milwaukee's turnovers, adding another seven points. Despite the Bucks' struggles from beyond the arc, shooting just 2-for-13, they stayed in the game with a stellar 15-of-16 performance from the free-throw line. Middleton led the Bucks with 19 points, while Obi Toppin added 14 off the bench for Indiana, and Myles Turner chipped in 15. The game took a dramatic turn in the first quarter when Damian Lillard suffered a left knee injury. Lillard returned after a brief stint in the locker room, showing his resilience.
Unfortunately for Bucks fans, Giannis Antetokounmpo won't be hitting the court tonight due to a left calf injury. However, Khris Middleton is set to play despite a right ankle sprain from Game 2.
The matchup promises to be intense, with both teams eager to gain the upper hand. The odds slightly favor the Pacers, who are given a 58% chance to win by ESPN. The game will be broadcast on Bally Sports Wisconsin and ESPN, with tipoff at 4:30 p.m. CDT. Fans can also stream the action live on the Bally Sports Wisconsin and ESPN apps.
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