Milwaukee Bucks: Takeaways From Win Over Phoenix Suns

Feb 4, 2017; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo (34) and Phoenix Suns forward P.J. Tucker (17) and Phoenix Suns guard Eric Bledsoe (2) watch a loose ball during the second half at Talking Stick Resort Arena. The Bucks won 137-112. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-USA TODAY Sports /

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Feb 4, 2017; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo (34) goes up for a layup against the Phoenix Suns during the second half at Talking Stick Resort Arena. The Bucks won 137-112. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-USA TODAY Sports /

Giannis’ Big Night

After an extended number of games where he didn’t play his best ball, on Saturday Giannis played at the All-Star level he’s shown for most of the season thus far. In 34 minutes of action, he posted 30 points, 12 rebounds, six assists, and four blocks.

Giannis opened the game with more enthusiasm than he’s shown during much of the losing streak. He was flying up and down the floor and making highlight plays on both ends. Whether it was an imposing block or a fastbreak dunk, the Bucks’ star was making big time plays to feed energy into his team.

He did most of his damage from the paint. The Suns just didn’t have a body that was quick enough to keep the Greek Freak out of the paint, or who was strong enough to slow him down once he got there. The 22-year-old shot 12-20 from the field, 0-3 from three, and 6-9 from the line.

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