Milwaukee Bucks vs. Toronto Raptors Catch-Up Q&A With Brian Boake

Opposition Intel: Milwaukee Bucks vs Toronto Raptors Round One Catch-Up With Brian Boake

By Adam McGee | Apr 20, 2017

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 /

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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.

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