Bucks’ Damian Lillard Achieves NBA Milestone with Memorable Buzzer-Beater against Kings…
The Fiserv Forum witnessed a spectacular moment on Sunday night as the Milwaukee Bucks secured a thrilling 143-142 overtime victory against the Sacramento Kings, courtesy of a mesmerizing game-winning shot by star guard Damian Lillard.
In the closing seconds, Lillard dashed down the court, pulled up from the top of the key, and sank a deep three-pointer just as the buzzer sounded.
Celebrating with his trademark wrist-tap, Lillard was instantly surrounded by his jubilant Milwaukee teammates. Beyond the excitement of the win, Lillard’s historic shot marked a significant milestone, making him the fifth player in NBA history to hit 2,500 career three-pointers.
NBA HISTORY: Most Three-Pointers Made:
1. Stephen Curry – 3554
2. Ray Allen – 2973
3. James Harden – 2845
4. Reggie Miller – 2560
5. Damian Lillard – 2500
Scoring a team-high 29 points, including five three-pointers, Lillard joined an elite group in the three-point record books. The victory against the Kings marked the Bucks’ third consecutive win, following a dominant performance against the NBA-leading Boston Celtics. The next challenge for the Bucks is a matchup against the Cleveland Cavaliers on Wednesday at 7:30 p.m. ET.
Damian Lillard’s impact extends beyond his on-court contributions. Bucks’ head coach Adrian Griffin, in awe of Lillard’s game-winner, highlighted the star’s leadership qualities. Griffin praised Lillard’s confidence, quiet strength, and vocal presence in timeouts, emphasizing how he motivates and unifies the team.
Lillard, known for his ability to create scoring opportunities from anywhere on the court, proved invaluable to a Bucks team facing offensive challenges in critical moments. Griffin emphasized the significance of the win for team cohesion, especially given recent struggles and Lillard’s own shooting difficulties.
“This victory couldn’t have come at a better time, considering the Bucks’ recent form and Lillard’s shooting struggles, particularly on the second night of a back-to-back,” Griffin remarked, underlining the resilience and collective effort displayed by the team in this crucial win.”
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