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Giannis Antetokounmpo bags triple-double as Bucks comeback to beat Timberwolves

In a massive clash, Nigerian Freak Giannis Antetokounmpo was the hero for the Bucks in the win against the Timberwolves.
In a massive clash, Nigerian Freak Giannis Antetokounmpo was the hero for the Bucks in the win against the Timberwolves.
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Giannis Antetokounmpo delivered a masterclass performance powered the Milwaukee Bucks to a stunning 110-103 comeback victory over the Minnesota Timberwolves at Fiserv Forum.

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The Nigerian Freak secured his third consecutive triple-double with 23 points, 13 rebounds, and 10 assists, while shooting an impressive 60% from the field.

Giannis powers Bucks to beat Timberwolves

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His dominant display was key erasing a 24-point deficit in one of the most thrilling games of the 2024-25 NBA season.

The Bucks found themselves trailing 95-71 with just over 10 minutes remaining in the fourth quarter, as the Timberwolves appeared poised to snap Milwaukee’s winning streak.

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However, Giannis, who had returned to the lineup after missing a game due to left shoulder tendinopathy ignited a jaw-dropping 34-3 run, with the Bucks outscoring Minnesota 39-8 in the final stretch.

Giannis alone contributed 13 points in the fourth quarter—matching the Timberwolves' entire output.

The Timberwolves, who had been riding a five-game winning streak, crumbled under the pressure as they went over eight minutes without a field goal in the fourth.

Giannis also got help from the Bucks teammates with from Kevin Porter Jr. and Bobby Portis.

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Giannis who recently won the NBA Player of the Week award now has three straight triple doubles.

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