Key Takeaways:
- Giannis Antetokounmpo delivered a game-winning 17-foot jumper at the buzzer to secure a 117-115 triumph for the Milwaukee Bucks over the Indiana Pacers
- Myles Turner faced his former Pacers team for the first time in a Bucks jersey, finishing with nine points, seven rebounds and five blocks amid sustained boos from Pacers supporters
- The Pacers erased an 11-point deficit late but fell just short despite Pascal Siakam’s 32-point, eight-assist performance
Cold-blooded from Giannis 🥶 pic.twitter.com/utSCkRAgEZ
— NBA on ESPN (@ESPNNBA) November 4, 2025
Match Recap and Late Game Drama
In a fiercely contested game in Indianapolis on Monday night, Giannis Antetokounmpo starred for the Milwaukee Bucks, notching 33 points, 13 rebounds and five assists while shooting 14-for-21 from the floor. His standout moment came with a 17-foot jumper at the buzzer, lifting the Bucks to a 117-115 victory against the depleted Indiana Pacers. This match marked the first of four regular season meetings between these Central Division rivals, who have now met 22 times dating back to the start of the 2023-24 campaign.
The night had added intrigue, as Myles Turner returned to Indiana not as a home hero, but now donning Bucks colours following his free-agent switch in July. The home crowd greeted him with loud boos, starting even before the player introductions during a pregame video tribute.
Player Performances and Key Statistics
| Player | Team | Points | Rebounds | Assists | Blocks | FG Made-Attempted |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Giannis Antetokounmpo | Bucks | 33 | 13 | 5 | 0 | 14-21 |
| Kyle Kuzma | Bucks | 15 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 5/10 |
| Myles Turner | Bucks | 9 | 7 | 1 | 5 | 3-7 |
| Pascal Siakam | Pacers | 32 | 5 | 8 | 1 | 11/24 |
| Isaiah Jackson | Pacers | 21 | 10 | 1 | 1 | 8/12 |
Turner tallied nine points, seven rebounds and five blocks for the Bucks on his old home court, connecting on 3 of 7 field goals. He managed just two points after the break, including a brief tiebreaking shot with 2:22 remaining. Kyle Kuzma also chipped in 15 points for Milwaukee, helping the side claim a third win in four outings.
On the Pacers’ side, Pascal Siakam was in fine form, producing 32 points and eight assists. Isaiah Jackson, who stepped into Turner’s former starting role, delivered 21 points and 10 rebounds – his best scoring return since achieving 26 points in January 2022.
Game Flow and Decisive Moments
Indiana, who have eliminated Milwaukee in the first round of the playoffs for the previous two seasons, rallied from an 11-point deficit with just 6:08 left on the clock. The Pacers drew level on Aaron Nesmith’s assertive drive with only 14.6 seconds to play, prompting Milwaukee to call a timeout. On the ensuing possession, Antetokounmpo received the inbounds pass and maintained control until draining the deciding jumper as time expired.
What’s Next
The Bucks continue their road trip at Atlanta on Tuesday night, while the Pacers are set to host Brooklyn on Wednesday night.
