The Brooklyn Nets secured their first win of the season with a 115-102 victory over the Milwaukee Bucks. Led by Cam Thomas with 32 points and Dennis Schroder with 29, the Nets were able to give coach Jordi Fernandez his first victory. This win came after the Nets suffered two road losses at the start of the season under Fernandez, a native of Badalona, Spain.
Thomas had an impressive performance, scoring 11 points in the final quarter and surpassing his 30-point average from the first two games. On the other side, Giannis Antetokounmpo contributed 22 points and 12 rebounds for the Bucks, who have now lost two consecutive games after winning their opener. Damian Lillard scored 21 points and Bobby Portis Jr. had 16 points and 10 rebounds for the Bucks.
Looking ahead, the Bucks are eagerly awaiting the return of Khris Middleton from ankle surgery, as he is a key piece of their lineup. Coach Doc Rivers mentioned that Middleton is getting closer to returning and could be back on the court after a good practice this week. However, Middleton’s return alone may not solve all of the team’s defensive issues, as they have struggled against top scorers like Coby White, Cam Thomas, and Dennis Schroder in recent games.
Despite not having a roster filled with star talent, the Nets showed resilience and determination in this matchup. Thomas and Schroder stepped up when it mattered most, combining for 10 crucial points in the final minutes to secure the victory. Antetokounmpo, on the other hand, has been efficient with his shooting, making 30 of 45 shots so far this season.
Looking ahead, the Bucks will face the unbeaten Boston Celtics on Monday in a back-to-back game, while the Nets will host the Denver Nuggets on Tuesday. This win for the Nets marks a positive start for coach Fernandez and his team as they aim to build momentum and compete in the tough NBA Eastern Conference.
