The Milwaukee Bucks defeated the visiting Utah Jazz, 123-97, at Fiserv Forum on Saturday evening.

Despite missing Giannis Antetokounmpo (knee), the Bucks got out to a strong start and led by five points after one quarter. They kept the upper hand through the second and pushed it to a nine-point game by halftime. Both sides came out with intensity in the third and poured in 36 points each, as it remained a nine-point deficit heading into the final frame. The Bucks took no chances in the fourth and outscored the visitors 31-14 in the quarter to seal the home win.

Bobby Portis led the Bucks with 22 points and 14 rebounds, in 30 minutes of action. Jrue Holiday followed up with 21 points, four rebounds, eight assists and a steal, while Marjon Beauchamp added 18 points, three rebounds, two assists and a steal. The Bucks shot 53 percent from the field, including 18-of-38 from long range.

Meanwhile, Lauri Markkanen tallied 18 points, four rebounds and two assists, while Malik Beasley finished with 18 points and three rebounds, to lead the way for the Jazz. Kelly Olynyk added 12 points, two assists and two steals. The Jazz shot 45 percent from the field, including 16-of-47 from long range.

The Jazz (17-15) will look to bounce back as they take on the Cavs in Cleveland on Monday. The Bucks (21-8) take on the Pelicans in New Orleans on Monday.