The Bucks were resting three-time All-Star forward Khris Middleton who dealt with an ankle injury that cost him the first 21 games of the season. Milwaukee was on the first night of a back-to-back and the plan was to have Middleton back for Wednesday’s game against the Orlando Magic.

Giannis Antetokounmpo had 30 points, 13 assists and 11 rebounds for his 50th career triple-double as the Milwaukee Bucks beat Sacramento 130-115 on Tuesday night to snap the Kings’ seven-game win streak.

Monk joining his college teammate, De'Aaron Fox, in the starting lineup was long overdue but better late than never. Monk has played a huge role in Sacramento's seven-game win streak, but he will not be available during their attempt at an eighth straight win.

The current Sacramento Kings winning streak could hit eight with victory against the Bucks - a feat not achieved since 2003.

Antetokounmpo had 30 points, 13 assists and 11 rebounds as Milwaukee ended Sacramento's seven-game winning streak.

Giannis Antetokounmpo had 15 points, four rebounds and four assists while shooting 6/8 from the field in his first 12 minutes of playing time. He also made NBA history. Via Eric Nehm of The Athletic: "Per Bucks PR,

Giannis Antetokounmpo and Damian Lillard combined for 25 points during a 47-point first quarter that propelled the Milwaukee Bucks to a 130-115 win over the visiting Kings on Tuesday night, snapping Sacramento's seven-game winning streak.

The Bucks defeated the Kings, 130-115.

Antetokounmpo 33pts/11reb/13ast/2blk – Lillard 24pts/5reb/7ast – Lopez 21pts/5reb/2ast – Green 16pts/4reb – Rollins

Watch the Game Highlights from Milwaukee Bucks vs. Sacramento Kings, 01/14/2025