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Golden State defeated Milwaukee 120–113 on January 7 at Chase Center, with Stephen Curry's 31 points leading the Warriors past Giannis Antetokounmpo's 34-point effort for the Bucks. Golden State's three-point shooting proved decisive—the hosts made 18 threes and shot 49.4 percent overall while holding Milwaukee to 54.1 percent and 14 threes, a significant gap in perimeter efficiency. The Warriors' third quarter was particularly dominant, outscoring the Bucks 34–29 to build separation, and their defensive rating of 116.2 held firm despite Antetokounmpo's scoring load. Damien Melton added 22 points off the bench for Golden State, which also benefited from a 31-assist, nine-turnover distribution that controlled pace. Milwaukee's 12 turnovers and 36 rebounds compared to Golden State's 41 boards underscored the Warriors' control. The final margin of seven points fell short of the Vegas total of 228.5, suggesting a tighter defensive affair than anticipated. Golden State's balanced scoring attack and three-point volume keep them competitive in the West, while Milwaukee's inability to generate stops on the perimeter signals ongoing defensive concerns.
