The Milwaukee Bucks pulled off a stunning road victory against the Los Angeles Lakers, escaping Crypto.com Arena with a narrow 105-101 win on Saturday, January 10, 2026 (Philippine Time). The Bucks weathered a dominant performance from Lakers superstar LeBron James to secure a crucial result in the NBA regular season.
Clutch Finish Seals Bucks Victory
The game was tied at 101-101 with under a minute to play when Giannis Antetokounmpo made a critical block on a driving layup attempt by LeBron James. Bucks guard Kevin Porter Jr. was then fouled and calmly sank two free throws to break the deadlock with just seconds remaining. The drama continued as Antetokounmpo stripped the ball from James from behind with two seconds left, and Porter Jr. iced the game with two more free throws.
Kevin Porter Jr. led the Bucks with 22 points, five rebounds, and six assists. Giannis Antetokounmpo, playing under a minutes restriction, contributed 21 points, six rebounds, and five assists, marking his lowest scoring output since returning from a right calf strain.
Lakers' Stars Fall Short Despite Strong Efforts
For the Lakers, veteran All-Star LeBron James tallied a near triple-double with 26 points, 10 assists, and nine rebounds. However, his efforts were not enough to carry his team to victory. Top scorer Luka Doncic struggled with his shot, finishing with 24 points and nine assists on 8-of-25 shooting. Doncic also fouled out with 16.2 seconds remaining after committing a foul on Porter Jr.'s three-point attempt.
The loss continues a rough patch for the Lakers, who have now lost six of their last ten games. The team was also without key players Austin Reaves and Rui Hachimura, who remained sidelined due to injuries.
Standings Impact and Looking Ahead
This victory is significant for Milwaukee, as it marks their fifth win in seven games and their first triumph over a team with a winning record since December 11 of the previous year. The Bucks improved their record to 17-21, holding the 11th spot in the Eastern Conference.
Meanwhile, the Lakers dropped to sixth place in the competitive Western Conference with a 23-13 record. The game highlighted both the resilience of the Bucks' defense in crucial moments and the ongoing consistency challenges for the Lakers as they navigate injuries and a tough schedule.
