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Raptors Extend Winning Streak, Bucks' Antetokounmpo Sits Out

12/19/2025

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Summary

Story summary

The Toronto Raptors defeated the Milwaukee Bucks 111-105 on December 18, 2025, extending their winning streak.
Brandon Ingram scored 29 points.
Scottie Barnes posted 24 points and 11 rebounds.
Giannis Antetokounmpo sat out for Milwaukee with a calf strain.
Bobby Portis led Milwaukee with 24 points and 12 rebounds in a game marked by a significant free-throw disparity.

History

Historical Context

The 1998 NBA Finals marked the Chicago Bulls' sixth championship, concluding a dominant era in basketball. The Bulls defeated the Utah Jazz 4-2, with Michael Jordan scoring a decisive 45 points in Game 5. This victory solidified Jordan's legacy and ended the Bulls' dynasty, as both he and coach Phil Jackson retired afterward, reshaping the league's competitive landscape.

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Story summary

The Toronto Raptors defeated the Milwaukee Bucks 111-105 on December 18, 2025, extending their winning streak.
Brandon Ingram scored 29 points.
Scottie Barnes posted 24 points and 11 rebounds.
Giannis Antetokounmpo sat out for Milwaukee with a calf strain.
Bobby Portis led Milwaukee with 24 points and 12 rebounds in a game marked by a significant free-throw disparity.

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