The Milwaukee Bucks (32-24) overcame an early deficit to secure a 120-113 victory over the Miami Heat (26-29) on Sunday, February 23, 2025, at Fiserv Forum. This win marks Milwaukee's fourth consecutive triumph and their third against Miami this season.
Damian Lillard led the Bucks with 28 points and eight assists, while Giannis Antetokounmpo contributed a double-double, amassing 23 points, 16 rebounds, and seven assists. Brook Lopez added 17 points to bolster Milwaukee's offense.
The Heat started strong, ending the first quarter with a 37-23 lead, thanks to a 20-5 run. Tyler Herro, a native of the Milwaukee area, matched his season high with 40 points and added 11 assists. Bam Adebayo recorded 24 points and seven rebounds, while Andrew Wiggins contributed 20 points.
Milwaukee's bench played a pivotal role in the comeback. Recently acquired Kevin Porter Jr. sparked a personal 7-0 run, followed by an alley-oop assist to Jericho Sims, giving the Bucks their first lead since the opening quarter. A subsequent 7-0 run late in the fourth quarter secured the victory for Milwaukee.
The Bucks have now won five of their last six games and will look to continue their momentum in upcoming matchups. The Heat, despite a strong performance from Herro, will aim to regroup as they face their next opponents.
