C.J. McCollum's clutch performance in the final seconds secured a thrilling 114-113 victory for the Washington Wizards over the Milwaukee Bucks. McCollum's game-winning pull-up jumper in the dying moments of the game showcased his clutch gene, capping an impressive 18-point outing. Alex Starr and Bub Carrington also contributed significantly, each scoring 20 points. The Bucks, led by Giannis Antetokounmpo's 33 points, couldn't hold their lead, despite shooting 41.1% from the floor and making 16 of 39 from beyond the arc. Kevin Porter Jr. and Ryan Rollins added 19 and 16 points, respectively, for Milwaukee, who were on a two-game winning streak and seeking their first three-game win streak of the season. The game's pivotal moment came in the third quarter, where Kyle Kuzma's layup gave the Bucks an 88-86 lead heading into the final quarter. However, Washington mounted a comeback, fueled by a 13-3 run in the first two minutes of the fourth, including three consecutive 3-pointers from Carrington. The Wizards extended their lead to 10 points, but the Bucks responded with seven straight points, including back-to-back buckets from Antetokounmpo, making it a 107-104 game with 6:27 left. Antetokounmpo's hard fall trying to drive through the lane for a layup resulted in his early exit from the game with 5:14 to play. Milwaukee struggled in the subsequent possessions, and Antetokounmpo returned with 2:39 remaining. Despite a traveling call that wiped off a basket, he fed Rollins for an open 3, tying the game at 110. Myles Turner's free throws put Milwaukee ahead with 1:15 remaining, but Antetokounmpo's pair made it a three-point game. McCollum's final surge secured the win for the Wizards, who will host Brooklyn on Friday. The Bucks, meanwhile, will host Charlotte on the same day.
