Tyrese Haliburton On Playing Through Sore Calf In Game 5: 'If I Can Walk, Then I Want To Play'

Giannis Antetokounmpo led the Milwaukee Bucks to a 121-111 victory over the New York Knicks, scoring 37 points with eight rebounds and seven assists. Responding to trade rumors, he emphasized his commitment to the Bucks and noted the motivation behind his performance, recalling the Knicks' sweep of the Bucks last year and aiming to set a competitive tone for his team. Want More Context? 🔎

Chet Holmgren missed the Oklahoma City Thunder's 107-101 victory over the Sacramento Kings due to back tightness, marking the first game he has missed this season after scoring 18 points and grabbing 11 rebounds against the Mavericks the previous night. Isaiah Joe was also sidelined with a knee injury, while Alex Caruso returned following concussion protocol. Want More Context? 🔎

Obi Toppin will miss at least a month due to a right hamstring strain, and Bennedict Mathurin is listed as "week-to-week" with a right big toe sprain, leaving the Indiana Pacers with eight players sidelined for their upcoming game against the Dallas Mavericks. In response, the Pacers signed Mac McClung and waived James Wiseman to bolster their roster. Want More Context? 🔎