By Tyler Keller, Director of Basketball Personnel
May 25, 2021



The Milwaukee Bucks took Game 2 at home, extending their series lead to 2-0. The team came out of the gates firing, and found themselves up 46-20 after just the first quarter. It was never in doubt who was going to win this game, as Milwaukee’s elite shooting led them to a blowout victory. The third seed in the East shot a remarkable 41.5% from deep, draining 22 threes. Giannis Antetokounmpo led the way with 31 points, and Bryn Forbes added 22 off the bench in just 20 minutes, knocking down six from beyond the arc.

  • Bucks recorded the most 3PM (15) during 1 playoff half in franchise history, the 2nd most in NBA postseason history
  • Milwaukee recorded their most 3PM (22) during 1 playoff GP in franchise history
  • MIL recorded the t-largest (26 PTS) 1st Qtr lead in NBA postseason history
  • Giannis has the most playoff GP (5) with 35+ PTS/10+ REB/5+ AST/Under 35 MIN in NBA history
 
Odds vs. MIA: MIL -195 (Spread -5.0)
MIL Stock Price: $9.48 (via FANDEX)

THIS BUCKS TEAM IS BUILT MUCH BETTER FOR THE PLAYOFFS THAN BEFORE

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Although Milwaukee had their lowest win percentage since their 2017-18 season, they appear better than ever after their Game 2 performance in the 1st round of the postseason. The squad has seen roster changes this season that have significantly helped them look more like a championship-caliber club. For starters, they brought in Jrue Holiday, who is a proven two-way player in this league. He’s been huge for them on both ends of the court, as well as a great leader for the locker room. 

The former Pelican had a double-double in Game 2 and is proving to be a key addition to their core along with Khris Middleton and Giannis. They also brought in Bryn Forbes, who came from San Antonio and has experience playing under Gregg Popovich, bringing a championship tutelage to Milwaukee. Acquiring P.J. Tucker also brought in a veteran player and leader that has plenty of playoff experience, adding another competitor to a Bucks roster that is built different than before. These personnel changes are starting to pay off against the last team to eliminate them a year ago.

  • Giannis’ big night in Game 2

 

  • Jrue Holiday’s playoff career-high 15 dimes

 

  • Bryn Forbes’ hot night from deep

 

  • Full Heat-Bucks game highlights

 

 

 

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