Bucks playoff Deer District parties return, fans optimistic

The last time fans gathered in the Deer District to watch the Milwaukee Bucks win the NBA Championship, it was 88 degrees. It was barely over freezing Sunday for Game 1 of the first round of the playoffs, but fans dressed in layers were still full of optimism.

Bucks playoff Deer District parties return, fans optimistic

The last time fans gathered in the Deer District to watch the Milwaukee Bucks win the NBA Championship, it was 88 degrees. It was barely over freezing Sunday for Game 1 of the first round of the playoffs, but fans dressed in layers were still full of optimism.

Bucks beat Bulls in Game 1

Giannis Antetokounmpo had 27 points and 16 rebounds, and the defending champion Milwaukee Bucks recovered after blowing a 16-point lead to beat the Chicago Bulls 93-86 in Game 1 of their first-round playoff series Sunday.

Giannis NBA MVP award finalist

Milwaukee Bucks star and two-time NBA MVP award winner Giannis Antetokounmpo is again a finalist, along with Joel Embiid and Nikola Jokic.

Bucks fall to Cavs, last regular-season game

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Milwaukee Bucks beat Celtics 127-121

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Bucks sign guard Luca Vildoza

The Milwaukee Bucks announced on Wednesday, April 6 that the team has signed guard Luca Vildoza.

Bucks fall to Mavericks 118-112

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