Trail Blazers Defeat Bucks in Lillard's Return to Portland

Portland dominates Milwaukee 125-112 as Deni Avdija scores a season-high 30 points and Damian Lillard struggles against his former team.

The Portland Trail Blazers defeated the Milwaukee Bucks 125-112, marking Damian Lillard's second loss in Portland since being traded to the Bucks in 2023.
Deni Avdija led the Blazers with a season-high 30 points and 9 rebounds, while Anfernee Simons added 25 points, showcasing his skills against his former mentor, Lillard.
Giannis Antetokounmpo carried the Bucks with 39 points and 12 rebounds, but the team struggled on the second night of a back-to-back, with Khris Middleton going scoreless in 15 minutes.
Portland has now won three of four matchups against Milwaukee since the Lillard trade, including two victories this season.
Lillard received a warm welcome from Portland fans before the game but managed only 20 points on 7-of-17 shooting in the loss.