A blockbuster clash of the titans awaits us today, as the new-look Brooklyn Nets take on the Milwaukee Bucks in Brooklyn. Join The Roar at 11:30am (AEDT) as we follow the game with live scores and a blog.
As everyone who follows the NBA would know, the basketball world had a major shift when James Harden was traded to Brooklyn early last week. This shot the Nets to favourites to win the Eastern Conference, as the team is now led by the superstar trio of Kevin Durant, Harden and Kyrie Irving.
In his Nets debut, Harden dazzled as he notched a triple-double, securing 32 points, 11 rebounds and 14 assists. Meanwhile, superstar teammate Durant had an all-time high scoring night in a Nets jersey, splashing 42 points. Despite losing players such as Jarrett Allen and Caris LeVert, the Nets looked more dominant than ever – and they were also missing Irving.
While this one performance may have the Nets as favourites to win this game, that is only a small sample size of the team’s play. Plus, the Bucks are a bit more talented than the Orlando Magic outfit that Brooklyn played on Sunday. Being led by Giannis Antetokounmpo (26.6 points per game and 10 rebounds per game), the Bucks are always a chance as the two-time MVP award winner brings his all every night on the court.
Surrounded by a supporting cast featuring Kris Middleton, Jrue Holiday and Brook Lopez, the Bucks are not going to roll over easily, even against a team as powerful as the new-look Nets.
Tip-off: 11:30am (AEDT)
Venue: Barclays Center, Brooklyn
TV: ESPN
Online: Kayo Sports, NBA League Pass
Odds: Brooklyn Nets $2.08, Milwaukee Bucks $1.75
Liam Clark
Roar Guru
Thank you 2dogz, glad you enjoyed the coverage. I'll be covering the Pistons v 76ers on Sunday as well if you're keen on following along for that :stoked:
2dogz
Roar Rookie
Fair effort covering the game Liam :thumbup:
Liam Clark
Roar Guru
Thanks for joining me on The Roar Sports as I covered the live scores and blog of this thrilling game, be sure to follow the rest of the NBA action today on Kayo Sports and ESPN as the Lakers take on the Warriors! Thanks everyone!
Liam Clark
Roar Guru
The leaders for the Bucks were Giannis Antetokounmpo (34PTS, 12RBS, 7ASTS), Kris Middleton (25PTS, 4RBS, 4ASTS), Jrue Holiday (22PTS, 6ASTS) and Brook Lopez (15PTS, 7RBS)
Liam Clark
Roar Guru
The leaders for the Nets were James Harden (34PTS, 12ASTS, 6RBS), Kevin Durant (30PTS, 9RBS, 6ASTS), Joe Harris (20PTS, 6RBS), DeAndre Jordan (12PTS, 12RBS) and Jeff Green (14PTS, 6RBS)
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The Nets are now 2-0 since adding Harden to the team, with their overall record being 9-6. The Bucks are 9-5 now.
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The Bucks get the ball to Middleton, who runs for the corner three and misses!!! The Nets win the game 125-123
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Durant has 30PTS and Harden is on 34PTS as both have looked dominant!!
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Nets lead the Bucks, 125-123 as the Bucks will have the final possession of regulation. Will the Bucks be able to pull off the win or send it into overtime??? Or will they go down to the Nets?
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Nets hold the ball up as they lead by two, Durant goes for the shot but Middleton knocks the ball out of Durant's hands! Bucks call a time out with only seconds remaining in the game!!
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Durant hits the deep 3!! 36 seconds left. Bucks 123, Nets 125
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Harris responds with a three pointer, hitting 20PTS for the game. Middleton hits a two in response and now has 27PTS. Bucks 123, Nets 122
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1.5 minutes remaining as this game looks to go down to the wire as Giannis gets the offensive rebound and putback JAM! Bucks 121, Nets 119
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Durant is fouled by Middleton and heads to the line. He misses his first free throw of the game (shooting 7/8 now), before hitting the second one. Bucks 119, Nets 119
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The Nets score, as Middleton responds with a two pointer. Middleton has 23PTS. Bucks 119, Nets 118
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Harden and Jordan connection pays off again, as the Beard lobs it to Jordan to get the double double. 33PTS, 10ASTS. Bucks 117, Nets 116
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Middleton shoots the putback and gets the lucky bounce to get another two points. Bucks 117, Nets 114
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Harris drives in and is BLOCKED by Lopez!
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Holiday scores another two off Durant’s error. Bucks 115, Nets 114
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Harden gets the step and drives it in, beating the shot clock. He has 33PTS. Bucks 113, Nets 114