The Milwaukee Bucks were dealt a tough blow in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals against the Miami Heat, losing 130-117. The Bucks were without their star player Giannis Antetokounmpo, who was out with an ankle injury, and their rookie guard Tyler Herro, who left the game in the first quarter with a foot injury.
The Bucks started off strong, leading by as many as 13 points in the first quarter. However, the Heat quickly responded and took the lead in the second quarter. Led by Jimmy Butler’s 30 points, the Heat outscored the Bucks in each of the last three quarters to take the win.
The Bucks were led by Khris Middleton, who had 27 points and 10 rebounds. Brook Lopez also had a solid performance with 22 points and 8 rebounds. However, the Bucks were unable to contain the Heat’s offense, which shot 52.6% from the field and 45.2% from three-point range.
The Bucks will now have to regroup and figure out how to compete without Giannis and Herro. Giannis is expected to miss at least Game 2, while Herro’s status is still unknown. The Bucks will need to rely on their other players to step up and fill the void left by their two stars.
Game 2 of the series is set for Thursday night in Miami. The Bucks will need to find a way to win without their two stars if they want to have any chance of advancing to the Eastern Conference Finals. It will be a difficult task, but the Bucks have shown they are capable of competing with any team in the league.
