Giannis Antetokounmpo scores 54 points, Haliburton, Pacers rally for 126-124 win over Bucks

Giannis Antetokounmpo scores NBA season-high 54 points, but Indiana Pacers beat the Milwaukee Bucks 126-124 after Tyrese Haliburton's go-ahead 3-pointer.

Giannis Antetokounmpo had a standout performance, scoring an impressive 54 points for the Milwaukee Bucks, but it was not enough to secure a victory against the Indiana Pacers. The Pacers, led by Tyrese Haliburton's 29 points and 10 assists, ultimately won the game 126-124, despite blowing an 18-point lead and having to rally from 10 down in the fourth quarter.

Antetokounmpo's scoring prowess was evident as he finished just one point shy of his career high. However, he also committed crucial turnovers in the final minutes of the game, ultimately contributing to the Bucks' loss. Despite his impressive 19 for 25 shooting from the field and 16 of 18 on free throws, Antetokounmpo's eight turnovers proved costly.

The Pacers, without All-Star Damian Lillard due to calf soreness, managed to secure the win with a strong team effort. Bennedict Mathurin's 26 points and 11 rebounds, along with Myles Turner's 21 points, played a significant role in the Pacers' victory.

The game saw both teams trading leads, with the Pacers initially establishing an 18-point lead in the first quarter, only to be caught by the Bucks, who went ahead by as many as 10 points in the final period. However, the Pacers managed to regain control and secure the win, with Mathurin's crucial free throws in the final seconds sealing the victory.

The Bucks, who shot 53% from the floor, will look to bounce back when they face the Orlando Magic next, while the Pacers will take on the Philadelphia 76ers in their next game.

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