Bucks Beat Heat 106-103 in NBA Cup

The Miami Heat faced a setback in the NBA Cup, losing 106-103 to the Milwaukee Bucks despite a strong performance by Damian Lillard, who scored 37 points and provided 12 assists. The Bucks, improved to 3-0 in group play, managed to hold off a late charge by Miami, who tied the game at 96-96 but never took the lead. Miami's Jimmy Butler led the team with 23 points, while the Heat struggled from long range, being outscored 60-30 in 3-pointers. The Bucks played without star player Giannis Antetokounmpo due to a knee injury. Meanwhile, the Charlotte Hornets prepare to host the Heat after LaMelo Ball’s recent 44-point game, as both teams look to improve their standings in the Eastern Conference. The Heat currently rank sixth with a 7-8 record, while the Hornets sit at 12th with a 6-11 record.