The Sixers fell 124-109 to the Bucks and trailed most of the night as Bucks stars Giannis Antetokounmpo and Damian Lillard outclassed the undermanned team.
Sixers guard Tyrese Maxey goes between Milwaukee Bucks forward Bobby Portis and Brook Lopez on Wednesday, Oct. 23, 2024, in Philadelphia.“It’s all about individually knowing your role, and trying to do your best,” Eric Gordon said. “And also, getting yourself acclimated even more with the team. Because when guys are out, you always have to worry about the long term of it all.
Meanwhile, Giannis Antetokounmpo added 25 points, 14 rebounds, and seven assists. Brook Lopez notched a game-high six blocks to go with 10 points, eight rebounds, and six assists. Taurean Prince and sixth-man Bobby Portis also scored double-digits.paced the Sixers with 25 points. However, the All-Star point guard made just 10 of 31 shots and went 2-for-9 on three-pointers. Kelly Oubre Jr. added 21 points.
Meanwhile, George will continue on-court activities this week. The Sixers want to see him practice a couple of times before his return. The matchup against the Pacers would be an ideal date to return. Caleb Martin still played starter minutes. Nurse even inserted him in the starting lineup at the beginning of the second half. He’s expected to have a key role in the Sixers rotation even after Embiid and George return.
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