The Milwaukee Bucks used another hot fourth quarter to defeat the Atlanta Hawks 132-121 on Friday night. With the win, the Bucks improve to 14-6 on the season. This record bring them into a virtual tie with the current second seed in the Eastern Conference, the Orlando Magic. Orlando currently holds the tie-breaker over Milwaukee.

The game was highlighted by high-scoring, hot shooting offense from both teams. Milwaukee led 42-37 after the first quarter, and both teams shot well from the floor. The Bucks, though, were just a tad better, shooting 59.6% from the floor overall (Atlanta shot 44.6%) and 42.4% from three (Atlanta shot 39.5%).

The star of the game, once again, was two-time MVP Giannis Antetokounmpo. The Greek Freak finished with 32 points, 11 rebounds, and 10 assists, his first triple-double of the season and the 36th of his career. He is currently ranked 12th in NBA history in triple-doubles.

Milwaukee Bucks Star Giannis Antetokounmpo Makes History Against the Atlanta Hawks

Going to the game, Giannis had 16,817 points and ranked 102nd in NBA history. His 32 points now give him 16,849, which moves him past Elton Brand for 101st. Brand finished his 17-year career with 16.827 points.

The next player that Giannis can pass on the all-time scoring list is Boston Celtics legend and NBA Hall of Famer Bob Cousy, who ranks 100th with 16,960 points.

Damian Lillard and Cam Payne Have Big Games for the Milwaukee Bucks

Despite Giannis being the star player, Damian Lillard had another outstanding performance. In the end, he had nine assists, six rebounds, 25 points, and one steal. With a perfect 2/2 from the line and a 10/16 from the floor (3/6 from three), he was a very effective shooter.

Cam Payne, Milwaukee’s backup point guard, was one of the team’s most crucial players that evening. He posted a season-high 18 points on 7/11 shooting (2/6 from three) and was 2/2 from the line. He also added three rebounds and two assists.