Milwaukee Bucks Edge Oklahoma City Thunder 128-126 in Preseason Thriller
Milwaukee Bucks rookie Nate Ament exited Wednesday’s 128-126 preseason victory over the Oklahoma City Thunder at the Paycom Center with a left ankle sprain. Ament left the game with one minute and 31 seconds remaining in the first half after landing awkwardly on his left foot following a drive to the rim where he was fouled by Thunder guard Cason Wallace.
Nate Ament Injury Halts Promising Preseason Run
Before exiting the game, Ament played nine minutes, contributing three points and four rebounds while shooting 1-for-7 from the field and 1-for-4 from the free-throw line. After missing both free throws awarded on the play, teammate Jaime Jaquez Jr. fouled Alex Caruso to stop the clock and allow Ament to check out. Ament walked directly to the locker room accompanied by vice president of sports medicine and performance Luke O’Brien, and the team ruled him out with a sprain at halftime.
Myles Turner and Brayden Burries Lead Bucks Offense
Myles Turner paced the Milwaukee offense with 19 points in 22 minutes of action. Brayden Burries delivered a clutch performance down the stretch, securing the win in the final minutes. Aday Mara led the Thunder with 22 points. The Bucks capitalized on strong rebounding in the first half, grabbing 31 boards compared to Oklahoma City’s 24.
Upcoming Preseason Schedule for Milwaukee
The Milwaukee Bucks travel to face the Charlotte Hornets on Oct. 11 at 7 p.m. EDT at the Spectrum Center in Charlotte, North Carolina. Milwaukee holds a 2-0 preseason record following wins against Minnesota and Oklahoma City.
Frequently Asked Questions About the Matchup
What was the final score of the game between Milwaukee and Oklahoma City?
The Milwaukee Bucks defeated the Oklahoma City Thunder 128-126 on Wednesday at the Paycom Center.
How many points did Myles Turner score for the Bucks?
Myles Turner led Milwaukee with 19 points in 22 minutes of play.
When do the Milwaukee Bucks play next?
The Bucks play the Charlotte Hornets on Oct. 11 at 7 p.m. EDT at the Spectrum Center in Charlotte, North Carolina.