Bucks Fall to Nets Without Antetokounmpo

The Milwaukee Bucks suffered a disappointing 111-105 loss to the Brooklyn Nets, marking their continued struggles without stars Giannis Antetokounmpo and Damian Lillard, both sidelined by injuries. Head coach Doc Rivers criticized the team's mental mistakes and 23 turnovers, which he felt allowed the Nets to capitalize on opportunities. Players like AJ Green and Khris Middleton made critical late-game errors that contributed to the defeat, with Green owning up to his mistakes in particular. Despite a strong start, the Bucks faltered in the second half, scoring just 23 points in both the third and fourth quarters. Rivers emphasized the need for better execution and highlighted the impact of missing their key players on the offensive end. The loss raises questions about the team's ability to compete going forward, with concerns growing over their recent performance post-NBA Cup victory.