The Milwaukee Bucks (28-23) pulled away in the fourth quarter and rolled to a much-needed 135-127 victory over the Philadelphia 76ers (20-32) on February 10.
Milwaukee Bucks Top Performers:
Damian Lillard 43 PTS | 8-15 3PT | 8 AST | 65.4 FPS
Lillard is an offensive powerhouse, but today’s performance is just his second 40+ point game and third time with 8 or more threes this season. He has shouldered increased responsibility with Giannis sidelined and has consistently delivered exceptional value across five categories in his last three games.
Gary Trent Jr. 23 PTS | 7-15 3PT | 3 STL | 41.7 FPS
Trent has turned it up in his last two games, averaging 20+ points while lighting it up from deep, racking up steals, and also adding good assist value to his game. He’s a must-add as long as Giannis remains sidelined.
Bobby Portis 18 PTS | 13 REB | 5 AST | 41.1 FPS
Portis has been on a roll, posting around 20 points, 15 rebounds, and 5 assists over his last three games. He’s a prime streaming option, effectively stepping in for Giannis whenever he’s out, and should continue producing at a high level with the latter returning after the break.
Kyle Kuzma 13 PTS | 8 REB | 5 AST | 33.1 FPS
Kuzma is still finding his footing with his new team but delivered a highly impactful all-around performance despite his offensive struggles. He could emerge as a strong contributor if he maintains this level of play alongside Lillard and Giannis.
Brook Lopez 15 PTS | 8 REB | 2 BLK | 30.6 FPS
Lopez has tallied around 15 points in four games this month, pairing efficient shooting with strong shot-blocking while also making a noticeable improvement in rebounding.
Philadelphia 76ers Top Performers:
Tyrese Maxey 39 PTS | 4 REB | 5 AST | 53.3 FPS
Maxey has been on a tear, racking up 27+ points in 18 straight contests and consistently putting up good value across six other categories this month. He should maintain his elite level of play with Embiid in and out of the lineup and George struggling.
Joel Embiid 27 PTS | 12 REB | 6 AST | 51.4 FPS
Embiid has suited up for three of the last four games, showcasing his all-around impact with noticeable improvement in efficiency today. However, his availability remains a lingering concern, and he could miss one more game before the break.
Kelly Oubre Jr. 10 PTS | 5 REB | 3 STL | 28.5 FPS
Oubre’s production has taken a hit since Embiid’s return, but he remains a double-double threat and an elite defensive presence.
Quentin Grimes 10 PTS | 7 REB | 5 AST | 27.9 FPS
Grimes is expected to take on a sizable role with the Sixers struggling to stay healthy. Primarily a defensive asset, he also has the potential to develop into a well-rounded contributor.
Guerschon Yabusele 18 PTS | 3-6 3PT | 1 STL | 24.9 FPS
Yabusele has posted around 20 points in three games this month and is likely to keep it going, but his contributions in other areas remain inconsistent.
Biggest Disappointment of the Game:
Paul George 12 PTS | 6 AST | 3 STL
George’s offensive contributions have been underwhelming, but he’s compensating with strong defense. He also stepped up his rebounding and playmaking today, though his lingering injury could continue to impact his performance.
