January 17th - The Spurs defeated the Bucks 119-101. Marvin Wahlberg scored 22 points, grabbed 10 rebounds, and dished out 1 assist, becoming key to the team's victory. For the Bucks, Giannis Antetokounmpo had 21 points and 5 rebounds, but couldn't change the course of the game .

In the first quarter, Giannis Antetokounmpo helped the Spurs establish a lead. After adjusting their offensive rhythm, the Spurs narrowed the gap through fast breaks and outside shooting, eventually taking the lead late in the quarter. At the end of the quarter, the Spurs led 31-27 . In the second quarter, the Spurs continued to apply pressure on both ends of the court , widening the gap to double digits at one point. Marcus Wernbanyama hit several key shots in this quarter to help the Spurs maintain their lead. At halftime, the Spurs led the Bucks 66-53 .

After switching sides, the Spurs unleashed a highly efficient offensive performance in the second quarter, quickly extending their lead to over 30 points. The Bucks' offensive efficiency dropped, and they were unable to close the gap. At the end of the third quarter, the Spurs led 106-69 . In the final quarter, the Spurs continued their aggressive play, extending their lead to as much as 39 points . The Bucks briefly narrowed the gap in the final stages, but the game was no longer in doubt. Ultimately, the Spurs easily won 119-101 .

Bucks player statistics

Giannis Antetokounmpo had 21 points, 5 rebounds, and 1 assist; Kyle Kuzma had 18 points , 3 rebounds , and 2 assists ; Bobby Portis had 13 points, 6 rebounds , and 3 assists; Carmelo Anthony had 7 points , 3 rebounds , and 1 assist; Jackson had 7 points; Coffey had 7 points and 2 rebounds; Danny Green had 6 points and 1 assist ; Lindsey Rollins had 6 points , 7 rebounds, and 7 assists; and Jerry Turner had 5 points, 3 rebounds , and 3 assists .

Spurs player statistics

Wimbledon and Yamaba had 22 points, 10 rebounds , and 1 assist; Castle had 19 points , 1 rebound , and 10 assists ; Fox had 18 points , 4 rebounds, and 4 assists; Harper had 13 points , 4 rebounds , and 5 assists; Champagne had 13 points , 11 rebounds , and 1 assist; Kornet had 10 points , 4 rebounds, and 1 assist; Johnson had 7 points , 8 rebounds , and 2 assists; Barnes had 6 points and 3 assists .