NBA Cup MVP official announcement

Milwaukee Bucks Defeat Oklahoma City Thunder 97-81 to Win 2024 NBA Cup, Giannis Antetokounmpo MVP

Dec 18, 2024, 04:19 AM

The Milwaukee Bucks clinched the 2024 NBA Cup title with a decisive 97-81 victory over the Oklahoma City Thunder in Las Vegas. Giannis Antetokounmpo led the Bucks with a triple-double, scoring 26 points, grabbing 19 rebounds, dishing out 10 assists, and contributing 3 blocks and 2 steals, earning him the NBA Cup MVP award. The Bucks finished the tournament undefeated at 7-0, showcasing a strong turnaround from their early season struggles. Damian Lillard contributed 23 points, including five three-pointers, while an 8-0 run helped the Bucks take the lead. Brook Lopez added 13 points and 9 rebounds. The Thunder's Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 21 points in the losing effort. The Bucks' victory marks the second time the NBA Cup has been won, following the Los Angeles Lakers' inaugural win in 2023.