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The Bucks’ season came to an excruciating and almost unbelievable end on Tuesday night in Indianapolis.
And things got tense after the final horn.
Milwaukee choked away a seven-point lead in the final 40 seconds of overtime in Game 5 against the Pacers, losing 119-118 when Tyrese Haliburton put in a layup with 1.1 ticks left.
It was a stunning end for the Bucks, who lost the series four games to one.
After their season ended — and whether it was their year was over or the fashion it happened — things got fiery on the court, with both teams converging and Giannis Antetokounmpo in the middle of it.
Though it didn’t appear that any punches were thrown, there was some shoving and yelling as the two squads had to be separated after what was a thrilling game of playoff basketball.
Antetokounmpo also had a moment with Pacers star Tyrese Haiburton’s dad, John, though it was unclear what the two said and if there was an actual animosity between the two.
The Bucks superstar walked away from the baseline, he appeared to say some final words before giving a thumbs up.
Giannis Antetokounmpo (left) is separated from Obi Toppin (second from right) and guard Bennedict Mathurin (right) after Game 5 of the Bucks’ 119-118 season-ending Game loss to the Pacers on April 29, 2025. AP
Giannis Antetokounmpo exchanges words with Bennedict Mathurin after the Bucks’ season-ending Game 5 loss to the Pacers on April 29, 2025. Getty ImagesWhether this is Antetokounmpo’s last game with the Bucks is a topic that will linger into the offseason.
He has one guaranteed year left on a three-year extension and an option for the 2027-28 season, but there have been questions all year about the team potentially trading him as their window is seemingly closing on winning another NBA title.
If it is Antetokounmpo’s last game in green and white, he put up an impressive statistical performance with 30 points, 20 rebounds and 13 assists in a triple-double.
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