The Milwaukee Bucks have taken a 3-2 lead in the NBA Finals following a thrilling Game 5 with the Phoenix Suns last night.
Phoenix would look in control right from the jump after claiming a double-digit lead early, being up by 16 after the first quarter. Still, despite that massive difference, this ever-persistent Milwaukee team would come roaring back and take a double-digit lead of their own. Although things got far too close for comfort down the stretch, the Bucks would ultimately come out on top after getting the 123-119 victory on the road.
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It was certainly a memorable contest that came down to the wire and saw the Bucks assertively fight their way back into things before finally earning a victory in Phoenix for the first time this season.
Several individual performances stuck out from the win, but this was a team effort without question. Still, grades must be given for this thrilling Game 5 matchup, and here they are for both team’s efforts last night.