Bucks Defeat Wizards 133-120 in NBA Season Opener Led by Giannis Antetokounmpo

The Milwaukee Bucks opened their NBA season with a 133-120 win over the Washington Wizards at Fiserv Forum, led by Giannis Antetokounmpo's dominant performance of 37 points and 14 rebounds. Despite losing Kevin Porter Jr. to a sprained ankle early in the game, the Bucks maintained control, showcasing balanced scoring with seven players reaching double figures, including Gary Trent Jr. and Myles Turner. Khris Middleton, playing in Milwaukee for the first time since being traded to Washington, led the Wizards with 23 points and received several standing ovations. The Bucks executed strong perimeter shooting, hitting 18 of 44 threes, reflecting coach Doc Rivers' emphasis on ball movement and spacing. The Wizards mounted a third-quarter comeback attempt, including a 12-0 run, but Antetokounmpo's 10 consecutive points in the fourth quarter helped seal the victory. Both teams displayed promising talent, with the Bucks focusing on depth and unselfish play while the Wizards highlighted young contributors like Kyshawn George and Cam Whitmore.