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In a game that saw the Pelicans bench a majority of their starting lineup, the Bucks were able to take care of business with ease, 135-110 — thanks in large ...

Going into the final quarter of regulation, the Bucks held a 106-88 lead. New Orleans never had the necessary ingredients for a comeback recipe, and Milwaukee put the final touches on a 135-110 victory. It helped Milwaukee capture a 62-44 lead going into the break.

On Sunday night, the Milwaukee Bucks are hosting the New Orleans Pelicans in Wisconsin. For the game, Giannis Antetokounmpo is on the injury report, and he ...

Through 50 games, the Pelicans are 26-24, but they are in the middle of a slump. Over the last ten games, the Bucks are 7-3, and they are in the middle of a three-game winning streak. They are 3.0 games behind the Boston Celtics for the first seed (and a half-game behind the Philadelphia 76ers for the second seed).

The final game of NBA Sunday's four-game schedule will feature the slumping New Orleans Pelicans (26-23) taking on the mighty Milwaukee Bucks (32-17).

Brook Lopez is also making a case for a potential Defensive Player of the Year candidacy, producing 14.5 points, 6.2 rebounds, 1.2 assists, and 2.5 blocks per game for the Bucks. Jevon Carter and Joe Ingles also contribute off the bench, so the Bucks should keep steady in these rotations. Until Zion comes back and Ingram becomes his old self, the Pelicans are likely going to struggle. With the way the Bucks play, they should continue on their two-way play and productive bench scoring. Injury issues have been plaguing Mike Budenholzer’s squad this season, with Giannis Antetokounmpo, Khris Middleton, Bobby Portis, Serge Ibaka, and MarJon Beauchamp going in and out of the lineup. They also have seven wins in their last 10 games and 10 wins in their last 15. They now have 32 wins in 49 games played, good for first in the Central Division and third in the Eastern Conference, trailing closely behind the Boston Celtics and Philadelphia 76ers. CJ McCollum has been the major beneficiary of offensive production for the Pels, posting 21.2 points, 4.5 rebounds, and 5.8 assists per game for the season. With Alvarado leading the second unit, Devonte’ Graham, Naji Marshall, Larry Nance Jr., and Willy Hernangomez should also contribute. The Pels enter this ball game with Dyson Daniels, Zion Williamson, and EJ Liddell still out with injuries. Sixth Man of the Year candidate Bobby Portis is currently sidelined for his knee and ankle injury, but Milwaukee is managing okay without him so far. The team is second in the league in steals (8.5) while also grabbing the eighth and ninth spots for rebounds (44.4) and assists (25.9) per game.

The New Orleans Pelicans might have tired legs after a matchup yesterday as they head on the road against the Milwaukee Bucks at 8 p.m. ET Jan. 29 at Fiserv ...

New Orleans came up short against Milwaukee in the teams' previous meeting last December, falling 128-119. New Orleans is expected to lose this next one by 9.5. New Orleans 115 New Orleans 113 New Orleans 112 New Orleans 108 [NBA picks](https://www.sportsline.com/nba/picks/#ttag=SL19_lk_cbssports_nba_htw) for every single game, including this one, from SportsLine's advanced computer model. Regional restrictions may apply.) Can the Pelicans avenge their defeat, or is history doomed to repeat itself? New Orleans 119 The New Orleans Pelicans might have tired legs after a matchup yesterday as they head on the road against the Milwaukee Bucks at 8 p.m. Milwaukee will be strutting in after a victory while the Pelicans will be stumbling in from a loss.

He's now among just 38 NBA players who have scored 50 or more points at least four times.

With Middleton and [Joe Ingles](https://theathletic.com/nba/player/joe-ingles-4U2RnCvX6tsrhxLA/), the Bucks can have multiple playmakers on the floor at all times to fuel their shooters, resulting in an offensive explosion. [Khris Middleton](https://theathletic.com/nba/player/khris-middleton-16EsAhBpQ9MB2dEC/) has played limited minutes off the bench in the last four games and provided a real boost to the Bucks’ bench units. It took less than three and a half minutes for the Bucks to jump out to a 12-2 lead Sunday night.

Giannis Antetokounmpo had 50 points and 13 rebounds as the Milwaukee Bucks trounced New Orleans 135-110.

Pelicans: At Denver on Tuesday in the second game of a three-game road swing. Antetokounmpo scored 12 straight Bucks points during a stretch that began with less than four minutes left in the game. They had a minus-11 rebound margin Saturday against the Wizards. Bucks: The Bucks reached the 130-point mark for the fifth time in their last seven games. Antetokounmpo scored 50 points while playing only 30 minutes as the Milwaukee Bucks rolled to a 135-110 victory over the slumping New Orleans Pelicans. Middleton has played just 11 games this year, missing time first to recover from offseason wrist surgery and later to deal with his knee issue. They've created so much art throughout the years, and we can go back and see it and admire what they did. The Pelicans were outrebounded 57-38. We want to watch Scooby-Doo' or whatever the case might be,” Antetokounmpo said. played for the first time since Jan. “I'm just going to keep creating the way people in the past created, the way I can go back and watch Magic Johnson highlights, Kevin Garnett highlights, Kobe Bryant highlights, Allen Iverson highlights, KD's, LeBron's. He’s playing like the MVP again.

Giannis Antetokounmpo will look to lead his Bucks squad to win versus a good Pelicans team.

Liddell (knee) are also out. Dyson Daniels (ankle) and E.J. Also, their deep rotation is full of players that can go off and swing a game in their direction like Jose Alvarado, Trey Murphy, and Herbert Jones. Brandon Ingram has returned and he will be the primary option for them tonight, but you also have to watch out for C.J. But with injuries to key players like Zion Williamson and Brandon Ingram, the Pelicans have struggled to maintain good form. NOLA was one of the more pleasant surprises in the first half of the season with their young, exciting, and deep roster.

It's an eight-game losing streak for New Orleans, but the offense may have found something.

And a date against the Nuggets in Denver is on tap for Tuesday. If Ingram and McCollum can return for that matchup, and there can be some good carryover from the past few games ... Simply put, he looks like he deserves to be a part of the regular rotation. The defense had played consistently well before running into Antetokounmpo and they found some offense from outside of the team’s stars tonight. Naji Marshall didn’t enjoy a great shooting night, but when the Pelicans went on runs, he was often the catalyst. It was good to see Herb Jones, who had 11 points and five rebounds, knock down two of his three 3-point attempts. Jose Alvarado was also assertive in his minutes, dropping a line of 18 points, six assists and two steals. His first two scores flashed his great wheels and then the third make was a nothing-but-net 3-pointer. However, that would be the worst of the blows for the Pelicans. It was good to see Kira get on the floor and attack. He picked his spots of when to be aggressive well. getting 27 minutes of run and producing nicely had to warm some hearts.

SportsLine's model just revealed its NBA picks for New Orleans Pelicans vs. Milwaukee Bucks.

The model has simulated Bucks vs. You can head to SportsLine to [see its picks.](https://www.sportsline.com/insiders/bucks-vs-pelicans-odds-line-spread-proven-model-reveals-nba-picks-predictions-for-jan-29-2023/#ttag=01292023_agg_cbssports_picks_basketball_nba_model_nopmilnbaauto) Here are several [NBA betting lines](https://www.sportsline.com/nba/odds) for Bucks vs. Pelicans 10,000 times and the results are in. [Zion Williamson](/nba/players/3042398/zion-williamson/) scored 18 points in that matchup, but won't be available on Sunday night, as he has been out since January 4 with a hamstring injury. [Brandon Ingram](/nba/players/2202503/brandon-ingram/) played in his second game since missing significant time due to a toe injury, and finished with 22 points, six rebounds and four assists. The Bucks outlasted the Indiana Pacers in their last outing on Friday, recording a 141-131 win. Pelicans](https://www.sportsline.com/nba/game-forecast/NBA_20230129_NO@MIL/). Milwaukee has won five of its last six games due in large part to its offensive efficiency. The model enters Week 15 of the 2022-23 NBA season on a stunning 47-22 roll on all top-rated [NBA picks](https://www.sportsline.com/nba/picks/) this season, returning nearly $2,200. [Giannis Antetokounmpo](/nba/players/2067655/giannis-antetokounmpo/) has stayed on the [Milwaukee Bucks](https://www.cbssports.com/nba/teams/MIL/milwaukee-bucks/)' (32-17) injury report in the three games since he missed five with a minor knee injury. Pelicans odds from Caesars Sportsbook, and the over/under is set at 234. Milwaukee is favored by 9 points in the latest Bucks vs.

Giannis again scored 40 or more points in back-to-back games, following up his 41-point effort in Indiana with 50 points against the Pelicans.

The Hornets are one of the worst teams in the league but have a couple of dynamic guards in LaMelo Ball and Terry Rozier. The Bucks would lead by as many as 23 and the Pelicans would cut it to as few as seven but the first quarter margin proved to be everything Milwaukee needed to set up a victory. It was the exclamation point on a 7-point quarter in which he played just four minutes. 7 First quarter points for Khris Middleton in just four minutes, as Middleton went 3 for 4 from the field. He said once that happens, it tends to lead to more crisp sharing of the ball – and then more shots falling. McCollum to draw attention, the Bucks didn’t let the Pelicans big man get loose offensively Sunday as he started just 2 for 7 for four points in the early part of the first quarter. I think the effort to maybe limit Valančiūnas was good and certainly aware of how well he played against just the first time but it’s probably a little bit of a product too of they were missing a few of their guys.” He made his first five shots and scored 18 in the first quarter on 8 of 9 shooting. He made 20 of his 26 shots in 30 minutes, including a 3 for 4 mark from behind the three-point line. "I made the first three and I knew if I'm able to get the rebound I'm just going to shoot it. He continued his assault with 27 points at the half, but it appeared he might slow down with a six-point third quarter. Milwaukee offered little reprieve as the Bucks beat the Pelicans, 135-110, to win their fourth straight game and won for the sixth time in their last seven.

Giannis Antetokounmpo had 50 points and 13 rebounds and the host Milwaukee Bucks rolled to a 135-110 victory over the reeling New Orleans Pelicans on Sunday ...

Bennedict Mathurin had a team-high 27 points and eight rebounds for the Pacers. Jimmy Butler poured in 28 points, Tyler Herro had 24 and Bam Adebayo provided 17 points for the Heat, who had a three-game winning streak end. added 28 points and eight rebounds for the Grizzlies. It was just the third win in the past 13 home games for Charlotte. scored a team-high 24 points off the bench to lead the short-handed Clippers. Mitchell scored nine of his 11 points for the game in the opening period.

Antetokounmpo finished with 50 points and 13 rebounds on 20-of-26 from the field in the Bucks' win over the Pelicans.

"I made the first 3 and I knew that if I'm able to get the rebound I'm just gonna shoot it. "Trying to get downhill, trying to get to my spots, trying to work on myself, trying to get back in rhythm, just making plays. He wasn't just in there to get some extra cardio either; he knew exactly what he was doing as he poured in the points in garbage time. He had nine points in the first three minutes and 52 seconds, as the Bucks jumped out to an early 14-2 lead. Facing a Pelicans team that was severely shorthanded due to a number of injuries, Antetokounmpo decided to set the tone early. [Giannis Antetokounmpo](/nba/players/2067655/giannis-antetokounmpo/), for all his brilliance, had just three 50-point games to his name.

Magic Johnson thinks the Milwaukee Bucks have what it takes to win the 2022-23 championship, but Khris Middleton need to be healthy.

Middleton is the best Robin to Giannis’ Batman, and that is clear in their past few games. [both Giannis and Middleton returned](https://clutchpoints.com/bucks-news-giannis-antetokounmpo-khris-middleton-injury-status-vs-pistons) from their respective injury absences, the Bucks have been undefeated with four straight wins. Johnson was quite ecstatic to see the Greek Freak put on a show and explode, but he couldn’t help but notice how important Middleton has been for the team as well.

Milwaukee took an early lead and never looked back in beating New Orleans on Sunday.

McCollum was out with a thumb sprain, while Ingram sat in the second game of a back-to-back, having just returned from a toe injury Wednesday vs. But the third quarter (44 points) was much better, featuring some up-tempo attacks, even after Milwaukee baskets. 37-19: Milwaukee lead after the first quarter. Milwaukee’s Jordan Nwora sank a three-pointer from the right sideline, giving the hosts a 22-point lead with 9:12 left in the fourth quarter. New Orleans had made a series of mini-runs to peck away at its deficit, but the Bucks went on a surge to go back in front by a commanding margin. The Bucks took advantage against a Pelicans squad that has struggled to produce offense in recent weeks even when closer to full strength, quickly building a double-digit lead and never being seriously threatened on the scoreboard.

The New Orleans Pelicans losing streak reached eight games as the Milwaukee Bucks won 135-110 on Sunday night. Brandon Ingram, CJ McCollum, ...

Lewis finished with 15 points, six rebounds, and three assists on the evening, showing he may be in line to earn more minutes as the season progresses. Former Pelican Jrue Holiday finished with 17 points, seven rebounds, and six assists for the Bucks. He received the most extensive minutes of the season, 26, and did not disappoint. Milwaukee opened the game on a 14-2 run and was off to the races. Giannis scored nine points to complete the first half with 29 points. He outscored the entire Pelicans starting five, 29 to 28.

MILWAUKEE (AP) -- Giannis Antetokounmpo says he wants to keep producing outstanding performances that he can show his kids one day when they're old enough.

Pelicans: At Denver on Tuesday in the second game of a three-game road swing. Antetokounmpo scored 12 straight Bucks points during a stretch that began with less than four minutes left in the game. They had a minus-11 rebound margin Saturday against the Wizards. Bucks: The Bucks reached the 130-point mark for the fifth time in their last seven games. Antetokounmpo scored 50 points while playing only 30 minutes as the Milwaukee Bucks rolled to a 135-110 victory over the slumping New Orleans Pelicans. Middleton has played just 11 games this year, missing time first to recover from offseason wrist surgery and later to deal with his knee issue. The Pelicans were outrebounded 57-38. They’ve created so much art throughout the years, and we can go back and see it and admire what they did. We want to watch Scooby-Doo’ or whatever the case might be,” Antetokounmpo said. played for the first time since Jan. “I’m just going to keep creating the way people in the past created, the way I can go back and watch Magic Johnson highlights, Kevin Garnett highlights, Kobe Bryant highlights, Allen Iverson highlights, KD’s, LeBron’s. He’s playing like the MVP again.

With this performance, Antetokounmpo became the sixth player in NBA history to have multiple 50-point games on at least 75 percent shooting from the field. The ...

"I made the first 3 and I knew that if I'm able to get the rebound I'm just gonna shoot it. "Trying to get downhill, trying to get to my spots, trying to work on myself, trying to get back in rhythm, just making plays. He wasn't just in there to get some extra cardio either; he knew exactly what he was doing as he poured in the points in garbage time. He had nine points in the first three minutes and 52 seconds, as the Bucks jumped out to an early 14-2 lead. Facing a Pelicans team that was severely shorthanded due to a number of injuries, Antetokounmpo decided to set the tone early. [Giannis Antetokounmpo](/nba/players/2067655/giannis-antetokounmpo/), for all his brilliance, had just three 50-point games to his name.

The two-time NBA MVP believes he's playing his best basketball, but he thinks he can do more: "I'm still fighting to go through this wall."

Everybody is playing good basketball, playing to win and I believe this team has a chance to win a championship.” [Bobby Portis](https://theathletic.com/nba/player/bobby-portis-y6uKsZa2dAJoQtlM/) is currently sidelined with a right MCL sprain, [Joe Ingles](https://theathletic.com/nba/player/joe-ingles-4U2RnCvX6tsrhxLA/) missed the season’s first 29 games, and [Pat Connaughton](https://theathletic.com/nba/player/pat-connaughton-mJwPK9swUMhqY10l/) missed the first 15 games of the season. And me personally, I have to focus on myself and enjoy the game. I have to enjoy the game. If I can, if I’m able to do whatever I can for the team to win and be available for the team to win games, that’s what I have to do. While this season has not gone exactly to plan, Antetokounmpo and the Bucks have still done many things well. [Toronto](https://theathletic.com/nba/team/raptors/) in 2019 and Miami in 2020, Antetokounmpo has worked on being able to score in different ways in half-court situations. [Bucks](https://theathletic.com/nba/team/bucks/) point guard [Jrue Holiday](https://theathletic.com/nba/player/jrue-holiday-F5hrjac6YFBzx2nI/) on the left wing to initiate a pick-and-roll. If I shoot the ball well, I shoot the ball well. “I went to Europe and I was the top scorer. While Antetokounmpo has never been a mid-range assassin like [Kevin Durant](https://theathletic.com/nba/player/kevin-durant-ho6h1sijyi2PAURU/) or even [Khris Middleton](https://theathletic.com/nba/player/khris-middleton-16EsAhBpQ9MB2dEC/), it appeared as though he might have turned a corner last season when he put up the best mid-range shooting season of his career. And next year, I might come back and I might be way better and I’m able to show it.

The Suns have given the Bucks permission to speak with their forward. Phoenix also has interest in Toronto Raptors forward O.G. Anunoby.

Crowder through media members has said his issue with the team is not contractual nor related to Phoenix’s push to start forward Cam Johnson in his place. Crowder averaged 9.4 points, 5.4 rebounds and 1.9 assists per game last year and started 111 of 127 games in two seasons with Phoenix. While Phoenix has one open roster spot, it would not be able to take back those three players and keep the roster as-is. The Suns and Bucks have also attempted to include other teams in trades to get a deal done before the NBA trade deadline set for Thursday, Feb. Milwaukee is the only team that has reportedly received permission to speak with Crowder, the former Suns starter who has not been with the team this season due to a rift with the franchise. The Phoenix Suns have given the Milwaukee Bucks permission to meet with Jae Crowder, who remains a member of the Suns but is seeking a trade elsewhere,

In a sign there may be action on the Jae Crowder front, the Suns gave the Bucks permission to meet with the unhappy forward, which could lead to a trade.

Tucker](https://www.nbcsportsedge.com/basketball/nba/player/29214/pj-tucker)-like player at the four and Crowder fits the bill, but putting together a trade that works for both sides is difficult (unless the Suns suddenly fell in love with [Duncan Robinson](https://www.nbcsportsedge.com/basketball/nba/player/30633/duncan-robinson), which would be a bigger trade). The Hawks come up, but there is a growing sense around the league that the new Landry Fields-led front office is less inclined to trade [John Collins](https://www.nbcsportsedge.com/basketball/nba/player/30445/john-collins), and they may ride with him at the four. [Crowder has sat out the season](https://nba.nbcsports.com/2022/09/25/suns-crowder-agree-he-will-sit-out-training-camp-while-they-seek-a-trade/) after asking for a trade but is still a Sun because Phoenix head of basketball operations James Jones had a very specific ask in the trade — a forward with a similar skill set to Crowder. The Suns need a shake-up (and to get [Devin Booker](https://www.nbcsportsedge.com/basketball/nba/player/30169/devin-booker) back), and they are sitting on a $10.2 million player that is not helping them on the court and has yet to bring back any trade value they want. The Bucks are believed to be the only team that has received permission to visit one-on-one with Crowder, those sources have also indicated… [Jordan Nwora], [George Hill], [Serge Ibaka]and second-round draft compensation to Phoenix for Crowder, according to sources.

Shams Charania (appearing on FanDuel TV) reported what the Milwaukee Bucks have offered the Phoenix Suns for Jae Crowder.

[Charania (appearing on FanDuel TV) ](https://twitter.com/FanDuelTV/status/1620077095035584513)reports that the [Milwaukee Bucks](https://www.si.com/nba/team/milwaukee-bucks) have made a trade offer for Crowder (and the Suns allowed Crowder and the Bucks to speak). Right now, the Suns are tied with three other teams for the sixth seed in the Western Conference and have a 26-25 record in 51 games. During that period, the Suns made the NBA Finals (in 2021) and had the best record in the NBA (in 2022).

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The 2023 NBA trade deadline is next week and the rumor mill has begun to overflow with potential trade targets. We're starting to get a clearer picture of ...

[Jalen McDaniels](/nba/players/2268462/jalen-mcdaniels/) has drawn interest from teams like Suns, [Raptors](https://www.cbssports.com/nba/teams/TOR/toronto-raptors/), Jazz, [Pacers](https://www.cbssports.com/nba/teams/IND/indiana-pacers/) and [Spurs](https://www.cbssports.com/nba/teams/SA/san-antonio-spurs/), however the Hornets have placed a high value on the forward. [Mason Plumlee](/nba/players/2067698/mason-plumlee/) and [Kelly Oubre Jr](/nba/players/2152518/kelly-oubre-jr/), per The Athletic. [Mavericks](https://www.cbssports.com/nba/teams/DAL/dallas-mavericks/) have high asking price for [Dorian Finney-Smith](/nba/players/2248003/dorian-finney-smith/) [Hornets](https://www.cbssports.com/nba/teams/CHA/charlotte-hornets/) sellers on multiple players In regards to Plumlee, it has been reported that the Hornets are [looking for a first-round pick in exchange for the big man.](https://www.actionnetwork.com/nba/nba-trade-intel-sorting-buyers-and-sellers-fred-vanvleets-future-more-rumors) 3, and he was expected to be out for 4-6 weeks, which puts his earliest return right before the trade deadline. [Lauri Markkanen](/nba/players/2844693/lauri-markkanen/) this season. [Tyrese Haliburton](/nba/players/3041074/tyrese-haliburton/), but it seems for now we can cross him off as a potential trade candidate next month. The [Timberwolves](https://www.cbssports.com/nba/teams/MIN/minnesota-timberwolves/) are said to be interested in the high-energy guard who is averaging 12.3 points and shooting 37 percent from deep. Such is the case this season as well, as Turner recently agreed to a two-year, $60 million extension with the club, and subsequently [told reporters](https://twitter.com/zapearsonNBA/status/1620162272034439169), "I'm here to stay." However, the two sides may look to expand the deal in hopes of the Suns getting a forward back in the trade from another team. Given they have a chance to make the playoffs for the first time since 2020, it's no surprise that the Pacers want to keep Turner at the deadline.

Also, the Hawks apparently turned down a recent offer for John Collins.

[Jalen McDaniels](/nba/players/2268462/jalen-mcdaniels/) has drawn interest from teams like Suns, [Raptors](https://www.cbssports.com/nba/teams/TOR/toronto-raptors/), Jazz, [Pacers](https://www.cbssports.com/nba/teams/IND/indiana-pacers/) and [Spurs](https://www.cbssports.com/nba/teams/SA/san-antonio-spurs/), however the Hornets have placed a high value on the forward. [Mavericks](https://www.cbssports.com/nba/teams/DAL/dallas-mavericks/) have high asking price for [Dorian Finney-Smith](/nba/players/2248003/dorian-finney-smith/) [Mason Plumlee](/nba/players/2067698/mason-plumlee/) and [Kelly Oubre Jr](/nba/players/2152518/kelly-oubre-jr/), per The Athletic. [Hornets](https://www.cbssports.com/nba/teams/CHA/charlotte-hornets/) sellers on multiple players In regards to Plumlee, it has been reported that the Hornets are [looking for a first-round pick in exchange for the big man.](https://www.actionnetwork.com/nba/nba-trade-intel-sorting-buyers-and-sellers-fred-vanvleets-future-more-rumors) 3, and he was expected to be out for 4-6 weeks, which puts his earliest return right before the trade deadline. [Lauri Markkanen](/nba/players/2844693/lauri-markkanen/) this season. The [Timberwolves](https://www.cbssports.com/nba/teams/MIN/minnesota-timberwolves/) are said to be interested in the high-energy guard who is averaging 12.3 points and shooting 37 percent from deep. But when Utah countered back with asking for a first-round pick Atlanta declined and the talks stalled. Earlier in the season the Hawks asked for [Malik Beasley](/nba/players/2202574/malik-beasley/) and [Jarred Vanderbilt](/nba/players/2892548/jarred-vanderbilt/) in exchange for Collins, per The Athletic. However, the two sides may look to expand the deal in hopes of the Suns getting a forward back in the trade from another team. Crowder would fit it perfectly with Milwaukee's style of play from a defensive standpoint, and would give them a boost in perimeter shooting, as the Bucks rank just 16th in 3-point percentage.

The Bucks are a suitor for former Celtics and current Suns forward Jae Crowder, and reported details have emerged on their latest offer.

Crowder still is a serviceable role player that could prove to be vital for Milwaukee’s NBA Finals hopes. The Suns reportedly want a small forward or power forward in any potential trade. The current offer on the table, per Charania, is Jordan Nwora, Serge Ibaka, George Hill and a second-round draft pick for the forward.