Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 34 points in only 22 minutes as the Thunder rolled past a shorthanded Bucks squad Monday night at Paycom Center.

Milwaukee Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo will miss Monday night's showdown against the host Oklahoma City Thunder due to a right knee injury.

For Milwaukee, Giannis Antetokounmpo has been ruled out due to right patella tendinopathy. The former MVP has been dealing with knee soreness in recent weeks, and the team has opted for caution, prioritizing long-term health.

Giannis Antetokounmpo and Khris Middleton won't be available for Milwaukee against Western Conference-leading Oklahoma City on Monday night, the Bucks' second game in two days.

The Milwaukee Bucks will be without star duo Giannis Antetokounmpo and Damian Lillard on Monday night against the Thunder.

The Oklahoma City Thunder continue a four-game homestand when they host the Milwaukee Bucks on Monday. While this is technically their first matchup of the regular season, these two squads squared off in the 2024 NBA Cup finals. OKC lost as it struggled to score on Dec. 17.

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