Heat Defeat Bucks in Game 1, 130-117
The Miami Heat defeated the host Milwaukee Bucks, 130-117, in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference First-Round Playoffs at Fiserv Forum on Sunday.

A 33-24 first quarter carried Miami to their win, maintaining the lead for the final 47 minutes of this 48-minute game. They got their lead up to 15 points at times, and Milwaukee never attempted a game-tying shot after the opening six minutes. The Heat shot 60 percent from the field and 60 percent from three-point range (15-of-25) while holding the Bucks to 50 percent from the field and 24 percent from long range (11-of-45). Miami also outscored Milwaukee in the paint, 62-46, and in fastbreak scoring, 14-6.

The Heat (1-0) were led by Jimmy Butler, collecting 35 points, five rebounds, 11 assists and three steals. Bam Adebayo accrued 22 points, nine rebounds, seven assists and two steals. Gabe Vincent totaled 15 points, two rebounds and six assists, while Tyler Herro tallied 12 points, two rebounds and two assists before breaking his hand. Kevin Love led the bench with 18 points and eight boards.

The Bucks (0-1) were led by Khris Middleton, finishing with 33 points, nine rebounds and four assists. Jrue Holiday had 16 points, seven rebounds and 16 assists. Grayson Allen generated 12 points, two rebounds and three assists, while Brook Lopez amassed 10 points, four rebounds and three blocks. Bobby Portis led the bench with 21 points and eight boards.

Giannis Antetokounmpo suffered a back injury early and did not return.

These teams are off until Wednesday, with Milwaukee looking to even up the series at home.
Posted on: 4/16/2023 6:10 PM
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