Giannis Antetokounmpo neared a triple-double, but he was not enough for the Milwaukee Bucks at Rocket Arena. The Cleveland Cavaliers repelled a late rally to prevail, 118-113, in their first home game of the 2025-26 NBA Regular Season.

Initially listed as probable to play with a left great to sprain, the 30-year-old Greek point forward lasted 33:18 on Sunday. He scored 40 points with 14/20 field goals, including one three-pointer. His efforts neared a triple-double with 14 rebounds to shape a double-double and nine assists. He also recorded two blocks and two steals.

“I’ve seen it all,” Giannis replied to a question about the defensive plan of the Cavs , “I’ve played uh with two bigs guarding me. I’ve played with guys picking me full court, wings. I’ve played with people double-t

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