During the recent matchup between the Milwaukee Bucks and the Charlotte Hornets, LaMelo Ball provided a memorable moment by gesturing towards Thanasis Antetokounmpo after making a three-pointer. The incident quickly went viral, showcasing Ball’s confidence and competitive spirit on the pitch.
Milwaukee secured its fourth straight victory by defeating the Hornets score 125-119. Stars Giannis Antetokounmpo and Damian Lillard led their team with a combined 63 points. Antetokounmpo recorded 32 points and 11 rebounds, and Lillard scored 31 points, showing impressive teamwork and offensive skills.
Milwaukee took control early in the fourth quarter, going on a 14-5 run to extend its lead to 110-90. However, the Hornets responded with an attack, and in the final moments Brandon Miller’s three-pointer increased the score to 121-119. Despite the pressure, Giannis Antetokounmpo’s team remained tranquil. Taurean Prince scored key free throws to take a two-possession lead, and then the Greek Freak sealed the game with two consecutive free throws.
LaMelo Ball had a stellar performance for Charlotte, setting a career-high with 50 points, including 17 field goals and 10 assists. His scoring spree kept the Hornets ahead of their opponents, especially in the second half where he scored 40 points. Despite Ball’s efforts, Charlotte struggled to keep up with Milwaukee’s offensive firepower.
Milwaukee’s success from beyond the arc was noteworthy as the team posted its best mark of the season with 18 three-pointers. The team’s piercing shooting, combined with solid defensive play, played a key role in the victory. The Bucks’ record improved to 8-9 and they have now won six of their last seven games.
LaMelo Ball made a brutal gesture at Thanasis Antetokounmpo during the Milwaukee Bucks-Charlotte Hornets game
Even though the Hornets lost to Milwaukee, Ball performed very well during the game. At one point, the All-Star guard made a violent gesture towards the Greek’s brother, as seen in the video shared by Bleacher Report on X.
LaMelo pointed to Thanasis after hitting a three against the Bucks 😅 pic.twitter.com/1XCWTDdXsd
— Bleacher Report (@BleacherReport) November 24, 2024
In a recent game between the two teams, Ball provided a memorable moment by throwing trash talk to Thanasis Antetokounmpo after sinking a three-pointer. Despite the Hornets loss, the All-Star guard he abandoned this gesture after scoring a three-pointer.
Scoring a career-high 50 points, Ball’s impressive performance highlighted his talent, even if it wasn’t enough to secure the victory. As the season progresses, fans will be eager to see how Ball and the Hornets build on this electrifying spectacle.
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