Bucks Face Nuggets Without Giannis, Lillard

In a recent matchup, the Milwaukee Bucks faced significant challenges against the Denver Nuggets, losing 127-117 without their star players, Giannis Antetokounmpo and Damian Lillard, both sidelined due to injuries. Nikola Jokić starred for the Nuggets with a triple-double, while Brook Lopez was the standout for the Bucks with 26 points. The Bucks' injuries have forced them to rely heavily on their depth, particularly with contributions from players like Ryan Rollins, who excelled off the bench. Meanwhile, the Nuggets, despite their own injury concerns, managed to capitalize on Milwaukee's weakened lineup. The Bucks coach, Doc Rivers, expressed the need to balance player health with performance as the playoffs approach. Both teams are navigating a critical time in the season, focusing on maintaining health while striving for optimal playoff positioning.