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The Milwaukee Bucks defeated the Utah Jazz 113–99 on March 7 at Fiserv Forum, controlling the matchup through efficient offensive execution and stifling defense. Giannis Antetokounmpo led the Bucks with 27 points, while Kyle Kuzma added 18 in a balanced scoring attack. Milwaukee shot 48.2 percent from the field and made 15 three-pointers, generating 33 assists on the night while limiting turnovers to 11. The Bucks' third quarter proved decisive, outscoring Utah 32–32 but establishing momentum through their defensive rating of 98.3, which held the Jazz well below their Vegas total line projection. Utah's Kawhi George paced the visitors with 22 points and Brice Sensabaugh contributed 17, but the Jazz struggled significantly, shooting just 34.4 percent and making only 12 threes despite out-rebounding Milwaukee 53–48. Utah's sluggish first quarter, yielding just 13 points, compounded their offensive inefficiency throughout. Milwaukee's balanced attack and defensive intensity kept the Jazz at arm's length, improving the Bucks' positioning in the playoff race.
