Bucks Win NBA Cup Against Thunder

The Milwaukee Bucks clinched the 2024 NBA Cup by defeating the Oklahoma City Thunder 97-81, with Damian Lillard and Giannis Antetokounmpo leading the team. Lillard celebrated his long-awaited team success postgame, emphasizing the importance of the victory for the entire team. The win not only awarded each player a $500,000 bonus but also showcased the Bucks' resilience after a poor start to the season. Coach Doc Rivers noted that the victory reinforces their belief in their potential, despite earlier doubts. Lillard scored 23 points while Antetokounmpo dominated with a triple-double of 26 points, 19 rebounds, and 10 assists, as their defense stifled the Thunder's offense. The Bucks' triumph serves as a platform for their aspirations of a larger prize: the NBA Championship.