Weekly Bucks Lookback: Milwaukee Bucks keep their eyes on securing the top spot in the Eastern Conference

The Bucks are closing in on the top seed.

Matthew Dugandzic | Apr 3, 2023

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The Milwaukee Bucks’ quest to end the regular season atop the Eastern Conference standings has not been without its fair share of bumps and hitches. Here’s a look back at the five best storylines from the week that the Central Division champions have just had.

1. Giannis Antetokounmpo amazed by Grayson Allen's unreal dunk - "That must have been the dunk of the year"

Giannis has had some pretty nasty dunks this season, so for him to nominate another dunk as “dunk of the year” material says a lot of the ferocity of Grayson Allen’s out-of-nowhere posterization of former teammate Jordan Nwora.

"Probably had the dunk of the year. Probably had the dunk of the year. Not only incredible dunk, but I think this is the first time I've seen Grayson show emotion. So that was pretty exciting," Giannis added.

2. Jrue Holiday fires a career-high 51 to lead the Milwaukee Bucks over the Indiana Pacers

Jrue Holiday is known for his steady backcourt leadership and stellar two-way play. However, his scoring took center stage in a 149-136 win over the Indiana Pacers as the 14-year-pro had a career-high 51 points.

3. Goran Dragic glad to finally be on the court for the Milwaukee Bucks - "It was a long time waiting for this moment and it's finally here"

It may have taken quite some time, but 36-year-old Slovenian Goran Dragic finally took the floor in a recent win over the Detroit Pistons. The veteran guard figures to be a vital piece as the Bucks prepare for another run at the title.

"It was a long time waiting for this moment, and it's finally here," said Dragic.

4. The Milwaukee Bucks get blown out by the Boston Celtics, suffer 2nd 41-point loss of the season

The Milwaukee Bucks are a formidable team, but they are by no means infallible. This, the Boston Celtics eagerly showed in a lopsided 140-99 victory over the team with the best record in the league.

5. Giannis says winning MVP is not a priority but adds it will be a blessing if he gets it

Giannis was candid enough to admit that he does care about winning the Most Valuable Player trophy, although the urgency of that desire pales in comparison to his goal of leading the Bucks to another NBA title.

"I won't say I don't care. I want to compete. If you say I don't care, it's a lie. Do I think it's a priority for me? No. The priority for me is to get better, to help my team win a championship, to get that feeling again," Giannis said,

Published Apr 3, 2023

MATTHEW DUGANDZIC

Matthew finished his bachelor's degree in Economics (Management) at the University of Split and got his master's degree in the same field at the University of Zadar. Whether it is playing the game as an undersized 6'3'' power forward or simply watching it, Matthew can't get enough of it. After all, he has been an avid NBA fan since the 2000s. But don't get him wrong, as Matthew still loves the old-school NBA and is a true student of the game. From on-court moments to off-court stuff, whether it's about the stars of modern-day basketball or legends of the game, Matthew covers every category of the NBA world and basketball in general, as long as it makes for an engaging and exciting story.