Giannis Leads Bucks; Turner Off To Rough Start

The Milwaukee Bucks opened the season with a 133-120 win over the Washington Wizards as Giannis Antetokounmpo scored 37 points and grabbed 14 rebounds, with seven players finishing in double figures. Myles Turner made a splashy debut—throwing down a highlight dunk and finishing with 11 points, eight rebounds, five assists and three blocks in 29 minutes—but was inefficient (4‑of‑12 FG, 2‑of‑8 3PT). Turner struggled again in Friday’s 122-116 win at Toronto, scoring four points on 2‑of‑8 shooting, leaving him 6‑of‑20 from the field and 18.2% from three across his first two games while still contributing five blocks and 13 rebounds. Washington rookie Tre Johnson impressed in his NBA debut off the bench with 16 points (5‑11, 4‑8 3PT) and five rebounds, drawing praise from coach Brian Keefe. Doc Rivers’ fast-transition system appears to be producing early results, but Milwaukee may adjust Turner’s role and minutes as it balances his defensive impact with the need for more offensive rhythm.