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Davis Dominates in Wizards Debut, Bucks Lose Antetokounmpo's Shadow
22 Oct
Summary
- Anthony Davis scored 34 points and grabbed 12 rebounds in his Wizards debut.
- The Wizards secured a 128-116 victory over the Bucks in their season opener.
- Milwaukee traded away their star Giannis Antetokounmpo during the offseason.
Anthony Davis made an immediate impact in his first game for the Washington Wizards, delivering a dominant performance with 34 points and 12 rebounds. The Wizards defeated the Milwaukee Bucks 128-116 in their season opener on Wednesday.
The game marked a stark contrast for the two teams, with Washington showcasing a revamped roster including Davis and Trae Young, alongside top draft pick AJ Dybantsa. In contrast, Milwaukee is navigating a new era after trading away franchise player Giannis Antetokounmpo.
Despite trailing for much of the contest, the Wizards mounted a significant comeback in the fourth quarter. A dunk by Deandre Ayton ignited a 21-4 run, giving Washington a lead they wouldn't relinquish. The team shot an impressive 63% from the field in the second half.
Young contributed 20 points and 13 assists for the Wizards. For the Bucks, Tyler Herro and Jaime Jaquez Jr. scored 24 and 22 points, respectively, in their first game under new coach Taylor Jenkins.
