MILWAUKEE (AP) — Giannis Antetokounmpo had 22 points, 13 rebounds and 10 assists, Brook Lopez scored 17 of his 26 points in the fourth quarter, and the Milwaukee Bucks rallied for a 118-111 victory over the Toronto Raptors on Sunday night.
MILWAUKEE (AP) — Giannis Antetokounmpo had 22 points, 13 rebounds and 10 assists, Brook Lopez scored 17 of his 26 points in the fourth quarter, and the Milwaukee Bucks rallied for a 118-111 victory over the Toronto Raptors on Sunday night.
Khris Middleton added 20 points and Bobby Portis had 14 as the Bucks improved to an NBA-best 51-20. Antetokounmpo had his 33rd career triple-double, making all nine of his field goal attempts.
Lopez scored the first eight points of the fourth quarter on a pair of 3-point plays and a dunk to put Milwaukee in front 97-95. Middleton’s free throw capped the 15-2 run that put the Bucks up 104-97.
“We settled down, we got back in control,” said Lopez, who outscored Toronto 17-16 in the fourth quarter. “We talked about the third quarter-fourth quarter break. They just shot more times than us.
"We were shooting just as well, or better than them from two and three. We just had to take care of the ball and keep them off the offensive glass.”
A dunk by Jakob Poeltl brought Toronto within 110-107, but Lopez scored underneath and Jrue Holiday hit two free throws to make it 114-107 with 1:29 remaining.
Bucks coach Mike Budenholzer said Lopez’s outburst to start the fourth quarter was key.
“It changed the game,” Budenholzer said. “I think what he did offensively was important, and then the defence always stands out. It was a little bit muddy, not a pretty game there, and he stepped up and kind of just changed our feel and changed the momentum for us, particularly offensively, which we needed tonight.”
Fred VanVleet had 23 points and O.G. Anunoby added 22 for the Raptors, who had won their three previous games. Toronto missed a chance to move into eighth in the East Conference ahead of Atlanta, which lost to San Antonio 126-118.
“All these games are important to us, that’s for sure,” said Toronto coach Nick Nurse, whose team plays their next four at home. “I like, kind of, how we’re playing. I think we’re very well for long stretches of games. Hopefully, we can just keep building on that.”
Anunoby and Gary Trent Jr. hit back-to-back 3-pointers to put the Raptors up 83-76 with just under 4 1/2 minutes left in the third quarter. Toronto led 95-89 entering the final period.
“There was just two little probably bad stretches,” Nurse said. “In those stretches, they kind of got a couple of at the rim … a couple of and-ones. We just kind of lost our rim protection, and then kicked out and made a couple 3s after we kind of got that fixed. Give them credit, they made a couple big ones down the stretch when they needed them.”
The Bucks hit seven of their 16 3-pointers in the first period en route to a 33-29 lead.
TIP-INS
Raptors: F Scottie Barnes exited in the second quarter with a left wrist injury and did not return.
Bucks: F Jae Crowder missed his second straight game with left calf soreness. C Meyers Leonard was a late scratch, also with left calf soreness.
GIANNIS MOST BUCKS GAMES PLAYED
Antetokounmpo, in his 10th season with the Bucks, played in his franchise-record 712th game, surpassing Junior Bridgeman. Antetokounmpo already was the franchise leader in points, assists, triple-doubles, free throws and minutes played. “It’s a great feeling. I wasn’t aware of it coming into the game,” Antetokounmpo said. “It’s been a long, long journey. There’s more to be accomplished yet, I believe.”
UP NEXT
Raptors: Host Indiana on Wednesday.
Bucks: Host San Antonio on Wednesday.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who owns Toronto Raptors
Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment (MLSE) owns the team. MLSE also holds the NHL's Toronto Maple Leafs and MLS's Toronto FC. It also owns the CFL's Toronto Argonauts and the AHL's Toronto Marlies.
How was the Toronto Raptors' first year?
It was difficult for the Toronto Raptors to make it in the NBA's first season. Brendan Malone was hired as the head coach and Isiah THOMAS became GM. In 1995, the Raptors were established. Many talented players were drafted and traded for. They beat the Chicago Bulls once, but overall finished with a 21 - 61 win-loss record.
Toronto drafted Marcus Camby in 1996. He was named Rookie of Year and was part of the starting lineup with Alvin Williams as point guard. Damon Stoudamire was traded later in 1997. Toronto made more roster changes over the years to ensure future success.
Despite all the changes, Toronto struggles through its first few NBA seasons. After a period of transition and rebuilding, Toronto finally made its first playoff appearance in 2000 but lost the series to the New York Knicks.
What does "We The North" mean?
The Toronto Raptors have used the phrase "We The North", also known by We The North Nation as an anthem. It was written by Drake and Noah Shebib, a producer.
Drake wrote the song in Toronto while staying with a friend. He completed his album Take Care with Kanye West. Drake wrote lyrics about his hometown while he was there. Drake wanted it to be universally applicable. The song talks about unity, pride, and hope.
Drake began working on the melody to We The North in London, when he was filming the video for "Nice For What". The instrumental version of the song was recorded in one take.
Drake was writing lyrics for the song when 40 suggested the chorus. After hearing the hook, Drake thought it sounded like a great idea and asked if he would record it. They worked together to create the final product.
The official music videos for "We The North Anthem," were released October 5, 2018. It featured Shawn Mendes (Canadian singer-songwriter) performing with Drake and others.
When did the Raptors beat the Chicago Bulls?
On March 24, 1996, the Raptors beat the Chicago Bulls, who would win the NBA Championship that year. The final score was 110-108. Michael Jordan attempted a last second shot to win the Bulls game. However, it was not recorded because it was after midnight.
What was the Raptors best year?
Toronto Raptors' best year was the 2019 championship season. It was a memorable and thrilling season for the Raptors. This was their first ever NBA Championship. Kawhi Leonard was named Finals MVP after the team posted a record of 58-24 during the regular season. They defeated the Golden State Warriors in six games to take home the title.
The Toronto Raptors made a change in 2013 when they replaced Bryan Colangelo (then general manager) with Masai Ujiri. This change would bring a new era to the franchise and make them one of NBA's best teams.
The Raptors under Ujiri enjoyed a resurgence and reached the playoffs in 2014. This was their first playoff appearance since 2008. They've won five Division titles since then and had their best regular season in 2018. Ujiri also made an unorthodox but successful trade in that year, sending DeMar DeRozan and Kawhi Leonard to the San Antonio Spurs.
The Raptors had an amazing 2019, winning their first conference championship and reaching the NBA finals for a record-breaking second time. In six games, they defeated the Golden State Warriors.
Ujiri's tenure with the Raptors has been a resounding success, and he should be credited with changing the team's fortunes. The Raptors are one of the top teams in the NBA thanks to his leadership and appear poised to remain contenders for many more years.
The 2019 championship season, which was undoubtedly the best in Raptors history, will be a lasting memory.
As we advance, Ujiri and the rest of the Toronto Raptors organization should remain focused on creating a winning culture that supports their players and staff. This team has a bright future if it continues to be dedicated to excellence. The 2019 Toronto Raptors Championship season has set a high bar, and Ujiri and his teammates must build on this success.
Was Vancouver home to an NBA team?
No, Vancouver does not have an NBA team. The Vancouver Grizzlies played in Vancouver from 1995-2001. The team relocated to Memphis Tennessee in 2001. Now, basketball enthusiasts in Vancouver support the Toronto Raptors as they are the closest NBA team to the area. Other professional basketball teams also play in the Greater Vancouver Area such as the BC Tigers, Canadian Elite Basketball League, and Vancouver Volcanoes, International Basketball League. A number of amateur and semiprofessional teams participate in various local leagues.
Vancouver is home to many other sports fans. For example, the Vancouver Grizzlies Alumni Association is a group that strives to connect former players from the team with each other and also bring awareness of basketball in British Columbia. It hosts clinics and viewing parties at Raptors games.
The city's passion for basketball has not diminished after the departure of the Grizzlies. It continues to support the sport in many ways. Vancouverites continue their love for basketball by supporting former players, attending Raptors games and supporting other initiatives that help spread awareness about the game within the city.
What was the Toronto Raptors' first season?
The Toronto Raptors had a terrible debut season, winning only 21 games. The 1995-1996 Toronto Raptors was the inaugural NBA season. The Raptors joined the league as one of two expansions teams, along with Vancouver Grizzlies. It was also a first NBA season that was played outside of the United States.
Isiah Thomas, an All-Star pointguard and former Detroit Pistons legend became the team’s General Manager. He was involved in the draft that produced Damon Stoudamire. He would go on to win Rookie-of-the Year. In separate trades they also acquired Tracy Murray, Oliver Miller and Oliver Miller. Thomas also introduced a brand new primary logo, featuring a play by basketball dinosaur and new pinstripe jerseys with the logo. The Raptors have added purple and red colors to their colour scheme.
Brendan Malone, new head coach for the Raptors, made his debut on November 3 against the New Jersey Nets at SkyDome. The Raptors lost their next seven contests.
Murray finished second in scoring and averaged 16.2 points per match. He also led the team's total of 151 three-point goals. Miller scored 12.9 points, had 7.4 rebound, 1.4 steals and 1.9 block per game. Robertson added 9.3 point, 4.4 rebound, four assists, and two steals per night from the bench.
Despite having one among the worst records, attendance was good. They averaged more than 17283 fans per SkyDome (now Rogers Centre).
Statistics
- After Thomas attempted to execute a letter of intent with Slaight to purchase the team failed, he resigned from his position in November and sold his 9 percent stake in the team to Slaight. (en.wikipedia.org)
- By 2018, estimated the Raptors were worth $1.4 billion, 12th in the NBA. (en.wikipedia.org)
- Thomas named Raptors' GM NBA superstar to have 10% stake in the new franchise". (en.wikipedia.org)
- This improved during the 2006–07 regular season to an average of 18,258 fans (13th in the league), 92.2 percent capacity at the Air Canada Centre. (en.wikipedia.org)
- This improved during the 2006–07 regular season to an average of 18,258 fans (13th in the league), 92.2 percent capacity at the Air Canada Centre. (en.wikipedia.org)
External Links
raptorshq.com
nba.com/raptors
jerseymuseum.org
assets1.sportsnet.ca/basketball/nba/teams/toronto-raptors
How To
When is the best time to see a Toronto Raptors team play?
Toronto Raptors games are usually played during weekdays from October through April. Weekends are usually reserved for concerts and festivals.
It is best to reserve tickets early as they are likely to sell quickly.
Wednesday is the most crowded day to go to a Toronto Raptors' game. This is due to the fact that many fans arrive early in order to view pregame warmups.
Fans then head over to Nathan Phillips Square which is next to the ACC. They stay there till the end of game.
It is best to attend a Toronto Raptor home game after 8 pm. The best time to visit a Toronto Raptor game is after 8 pm. Fans are welcome to return to celebrate the team’s victory.
