The Toronto Raptors ended their 15-game losing streak with a 117-111 victory over the Milwaukee Bucks, who have experienced their own struggles, losing three consecutive games. This loss against the Raptors, a team that had been performing poorly, adds to the Bucks' recent disappointments, including losses to the Washington Wizards, the Memphis Grizzlies, and now the Toronto Raptors, all of which are teams already eliminated from playoff contention. The Bucks' performance has been underwhelming, particularly in the absence of star player Giannis Antetokounmpo, leading to frustration within the team. This series of losses has hindered the Bucks' chances to secure a top-four spot in the Eastern Conference, as they have lost to three straight lottery teams. The game against the Raptors ended with a score of 117-111, further highlighting the Bucks' defensive issues and their inability to capitalize against teams with losing records.
In four days, the Bucks dropped three straight games to the ◽️Wizards ◽️Grizzlies ◽️Raptors All three teams have already been eliminated from playoff contention. @eric_nehm on Milwaukee's slump as playoffs approach: https://t.co/XxxkwPabBO https://t.co/v4vhENg14Z
Bucks lose third straight game as double-digit favorites, freefall continues. How social media is reacting to loss vs Raptors. https://t.co/x0c2SCVIOa
How in the hell do the #Bucks lose to the #Raptors? Three straight losses to sub-.500 teams. This team has been such a disappointment. https://t.co/EWHqHccfT4
NBA roundup: Raptors end 15-game skid, add to Bucks' woes https://t.co/jkEmtemaUO https://t.co/JiNxBwMqWB
🫣Without Giannis Antetokounmpo, 'frustrated' Bucks lose 117-111 to Raptors 🗣️ “The last three were against pretty bad teams. And, to me, that’s inexcusable. For all of us." 5️⃣0️⃣ Damian Lillard returns & makes history ⚡️Andre Jackson Jr provides a spark https://t.co/eKNCK7YQvL
Bucks lost to three straight lottery teams 😳 https://t.co/EQyzzSY5IA
The Bucks, Magic and Knicks all lost tonight to below-.500 teams and missed chances to gain ground in the race for the top four spots in the Eastern Conference. Milwaukee has lost to Washington, Memphis and now Toronto — which had lost 15 in a row — in the past four days.
🔸The Bucks have not been playing well but the Raptors are rewriting the definition of 'bad'. 🔸The Bucks' D has been average at best all season long, 🔸Once Barrett & Quickley returned to the lineup Olynyk only recorded 4 assists vs the Lakers. Tail @Covers_Caley's bets for… https://t.co/v1XY7vYD7S https://t.co/qMEUvXcsnM
The Toronto Raptors have lost 15 straight games, and tonight won't get any easier against a Milwaukee side that's dropped two straight. Our NBA expert @Covers_Caley believes the Bucks are in line for a massive night on the offensive end. https://t.co/LRhXOVf8ow