Balance, grit put Bucks on verge of 1st title in 50 years
Posted: Jul 18, 2021 2:50 PM CDT
By STEVE MEGARGEE AP Sports Writer
MILWAUKEE (AP) — Giannis Antetokounmpo believes it's the tenacity of the Bucks that has Milwaukee a game away from its first championship in a half century.
That persistence has enabled the Bucks to rally from a 2-0 deficit in the NBA Finals. The Bucks lead the Phoenix Suns 3-2 as they return home to seek a potential title-clinching victory in Game 6 on Tuesday.
The Bucks took the finals lead with a 123-119 Game 5 victory in Phoenix that showcased their impressive balance. They shot 57.5% Saturday and made another huge defensive play to once again thwart a Suns' comeback attempt.