Pacers Eliminate Bucks, Tempers Flare Post-Game

The Milwaukee Bucks were eliminated from the first round of the 2025 NBA Playoffs by the Indiana Pacers after a dramatic 119–118 overtime loss in Game 5, marking their third consecutive early playoff exit. Despite an outstanding triple-double from Giannis Antetokounmpo and a strong 33-point showing from Gary Trent Jr., the Bucks surrendered a late lead, faltering in the final minute as Tyrese Haliburton scored the game-winning layup for the Pacers. The defeat highlighted Milwaukee's issues with depth, late-game execution, and the absence of Damian Lillard due to injury. Tensions flared after the game, with on-court altercations involving Antetokounmpo and several Pacers, as well as a heated exchange between Antetokounmpo and Tyrese Haliburton's father. The recurring playoff disappointments and Giannis' contract situation have fueled speculation about his future with the team. As the Pacers advance, questions loom over whether the Bucks will retool their roster or consider major changes in the offseason.