The Milwaukee Bucks defeated the visiting Chicago Bulls, 105-92, at Fiserv Forum on Wednesday evening.

Despite missing Giannis Antetokounmpo (knee), the Bucks were too much for the Bulls. The Bucks jumped out to a great start with an early, 20-9, lead and a seven-point advantage after one quarter. The Bulls took control in the second and outscored the hosts, 30-21, to claim a two-point edge by halftime. Both sides brought a solid effort in the third, but the Bucks pulled ahead once again for a three-point edge heading into the final frame. The hosts kept the momentum going in the fourth and confidently closed out their third straight win.

Bobby Portis led the Bucks with 27 points, 13 rebounds and a steal, in 37 minutes. Brook Lopez followed up with 26 points, seven rebounds and a block, while Jrue Holiday totaled 20 points, eight rebounds, 15 assists and two steals. The Bucks shot 42.4 percent from the field, including 18-of-46 from long range.

Meanwhile, Nikola Vucevic led the Bulls with 21 points, 11 rebounds and four assists, in 34 minutes. Coby White followed up with 14 points and six rebounds, while Zach LaVine tallied 13 points, five rebounds, seven assists and a block. The Bulls shot 43.4 percent from the field, including 11-of-33 from deep.

The Bulls will look to bounce back as they clash with the Mavericks in Dallas on Friday. The Bucks (58-22) play host to the Grizzlies on Friday.