Bucks believe health, stability can curb early playoff exits
STEVE MEGARGEE
Associated Press
Updated
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MILWAUKEE — Giannis Antetokounmpo says he was only able to run at less than half speed as he tried to make it back for the Milwaukee Bucks’ final playoff games before their first-round exit.
Bucks forward Khris Middleton, left, watches from the bench with teammate Giannis Antetokounmpo during the second half of Milwaukee's decisive Game 6 loss to the Indiana Pacers last Thursday in Indianapolis.
Bucks coach Doc Rivers guided Milwaukee to a 19-23 record after taking over during the season, including a 17-19 mark in the regular season and a 2-4 playoff record.
The Milwaukee Bucks are hoping better chemistry and more stability can help them reassert themselves as title contenders.
Bucks forward Khris Middleton, left, watches from the bench with teammate Giannis Antetokounmpo during the second half of Milwaukee's decisive Game 6 loss to the Indiana Pacers last Thursday in Indianapolis.
Bucks coach Doc Rivers guided Milwaukee to a 19-23 record after taking over during the season, including a 17-19 mark in the regular season and a 2-4 playoff record.
