The Milwaukee Bucks, led by Ryan Rollins' 27 points, overcame a 44-point performance by Trey Murphy III to secure a thrilling 141-137 overtime victory over the New Orleans Pelicans. Murphy's 44 points, including 12 three-pointers, set a new career high and matched the fifth-highest single-game total in NBA history. The game saw a high-scoring affair with both teams combining for 45 three-pointers, and the Bucks shooting an impressive 60.9% overall. The Bucks' momentum continued after a 131-115 win over Chicago the previous night, marking their second consecutive victory after a five-game skid. However, the team was without their star player, Giannis Antetokounmpo, who has been sidelined with a calf strain since January 23. The game's outcome was influenced by a controversial call, as a replay review determined that a potential game-winning shot by Myles Turner was out of bounds, leading to a free throw for the Bucks' Kevin Porter Jr. with the final seconds ticking away. The Bucks' victory, watched by Antetokounmpo from the bench, highlights their resilience and determination, even in the absence of their MVP.
