The Miami Heat (21-22) started their first game during Jimmy Butler’s second suspension with a blow-out loss against the Milwaukee Bucks (25-17) 125-96. Here’s a look at four major takeaways from the matchup: 1.

The Milwaukee Bucks arrived in town just a few hours before tipoff, but they were still able to find their rhythm after six minutes.

Damian Lillard had 29 points, 11 assists and nine rebounds and the Milwaukee Bucks overcame their travel issues to beat the Miami Heat 125-96 on Thursday for their fifth straight

MILWAUKEE (AP) — Damian Lillard had 29 points, 11 assists and nine rebounds and the Milwaukee Bucks overcame travel issues to beat the Miami Heat 125-96 on Thursday for their fifth straight ...

22.2 Miami Heat shot 6 for 27 (22.2%) on three-pointers in the first half 6 points in 1.1 seconds for Damian Lillard at the end of the first half, on three free throws and a buzzer-beating three ...

MILWAUKEE — Damian Lillard had 29 points, 11 assists and nine rebounds and the Milwaukee Bucks overcame travel issues to beat the Miami Heat 125-96 on Thursday for their fifth straight victory.

Milwaukee Bucks' Damian Lillard tries to get past Miami Heat's Haywood Highsmith during the second half of an NBA basketball game Thursday, Jan. 23, 2025, in Milwaukee. (AP Photo/Morry Gash ...

That’s because the Spurs — reportedly Fox’s preferred trade destination — currently have nine tradeable first-round picks that they can include in a deal to the Heat’s one tradeable first-round selection. San Antonio also has young talent such as Keldon Johnson, Devin Vassell and others who it can add to any trade package for Fox.

History has a way of repeating itself. If the Milwaukee Bucks get another opportunity to steal a superstar from Miami, don’t be surprised if they do it again.

Tim Bontemps unveils his 24 picks for the East and West All-Star rosters, filled with new starters, wild-card intrigue and some agonizing decisions.