INDIANAPOLIS — Giannis Antetokounmpo overcame a challenging first half, scoring only four points, to finish the game with an impressive 30 points and 12 rebounds, leading the Milwaukee Bucks to a comeback victory over the Indiana Pacers with a final score of 120-112 on Tuesday night.
After falling behind by as much as 19 points, the Bucks turned the game around, particularly in the second half, after trailing 83-64 in the third quarter. The NBA’s top scorer made 11 out of 20 attempts from the field and connected on 8 of 13 free throws, while also contributing five assists to his team’s effort.
Brook Lopez added 16 points, and Bobby Portis Jr. recorded a notable double-double with 14 points and 15 rebounds, helping the Bucks to dominate the scoring in the second half, outpacing the Pacers 67-48.
For Indiana, Bennedict Mathurin shone with a leading score of 25 points, while Pascal Siakam supported with 20 points of his own.
### Key Observations
**Bucks:** Just when it appeared the Bucks were on the verge of their third straight defeat, they ignited a powerful 12-0 run that brought them back into contention, closing the gap to just three points heading into the last quarter—a thrilling turn around fueled by their newfound energy in the second half.
**Pacers:** Each time the Pacers inch closer to a .500 record, they face an unfortunate setback. This loss, especially after relinquishing such a significant lead at home, could be a tough pill to swallow for the team.
### Crucial Moments
Late in the game, Gary Trent Jr. stepped up with back-to-back crucial three-pointers, the first coming when the Bucks held a slender one-point lead, and then a second with just two points ahead, sent just as the shot clock ran out, pushing the score to 115-110 with 1:39 left on the clock.
### Noteworthy Stats
Damian Lillard had a rough outing, missing all seven of his attempts—including three from beyond the arc—and racking up two turnovers during a notable struggle in the first half. He ended the game with a shooting line of 3-for-14, accumulating just nine points.
### Next Up
The Bucks will be looking to build on this momentum when they host the Brooklyn Nets this Thursday, while the Indiana Pacers will be aiming to regroup as they head to Miami for their next matchup on the same day.
