Opposition Intel: Milwaukee Bucks vs Toronto Raptors Round One Catch-Up With Brian Boake
By Adam McGee
![Apr 18, 2017; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo (34) slaps hands with guard Matthew Dellavedova (8) after making a basket as Toronto Raptors guard Demar DeRozan (10) looks on in game two of the first round of the 2017 NBA Playoffs at Air Canada Centre. Mandatory Credit: Dan Hamilton-USA TODAY Sports Apr 18, 2017; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo (34) slaps hands with guard Matthew Dellavedova (8) after making a basket as Toronto Raptors guard Demar DeRozan (10) looks on in game two of the first round of the 2017 NBA Playoffs at Air Canada Centre. Mandatory Credit: Dan Hamilton-USA TODAY Sports](https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_fill,w_720,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/shape/cover/sport/0ba07f3882c320e55bb7916b3af0bac48ba30780451f88a02cb1efa845aad844.jpg)
Bucks Perception In Toronto
Adam McGee: Through two games what’s the perception of the Bucks from the Toronto perspective? Is this a different series than the Raptors and their fans may have been prepared for?
Brian Boake: I suspect most savvy Raptors fans knew Milwaukee was all but dead and buried in mid-February, yet kicked off the coffin lid and roared into the playoffs. In short, the Bucks peaked at the right time, making them a handful.
However, the way the Bucks are giving the Raptors so much trouble is a surprise. We’ve all been programmed to think “Small ball is the answer – what’s the question?” Milwaukee is offering serious proof that a big lineup can wreak havoc, particularly one which enjoys a 7-footer with all the tools like Giannis.