Bucks Win Thriller as Murphy Drains 12 Three-Pointers

Sometimes the best games aren't about one team dominating, but two teams refusing to lose.

The Milwaukee Bucks and New Orleans Pelicans put on a show Wednesday night that had fans on their feet until the final buzzer. Ryan Rollins led Milwaukee with 27 points in a back-and-forth thriller that needed extra time to decide a winner.

But the real story was Trey Murphy III's shooting clinic. The Pelicans guard couldn't miss from beyond the arc, draining 12 three-pointers on his way to a career-high 44 points. His 12 threes tied for the fifth-most in a single NBA game ever.

The teams combined to make 45 three-pointers, turning the court into a long-range shootout. Milwaukee shot an incredible 60.9% from the floor overall, their best mark of the season.

The Bucks seized control in overtime with five straight points. Rollins drove to the basket for a layup, then Myles Turner splashed a three-pointer to give Milwaukee breathing room.

Drama struck in the final seconds when Zion Williamson drew an offensive foul just before teammate Saddiq Bey hit what would have been a go-ahead three-pointer with 6.5 seconds left. The basket was waved off. Kevin Porter Jr. sealed the win at the free-throw line moments later.

Porter provided a huge boost in his return from injury, finishing with 18 points and nine assists after missing six games. AJ Green added 20 points for the Bucks.

The Bright Side

This win meant extra to Milwaukee for several reasons. The Bucks have struggled with consistency all season, never winning more than two games in a row. This victory gave them their second straight after snapping a five-game losing streak.

The team also showed incredible resilience without their superstar. Two-time MVP Giannis Antetokounmpo missed his second straight week with a calf injury and watched from the bench as trade deadline rumors swirled.

Instead of folding, his teammates stepped up. Six different Bucks scored in double figures, proving this team has depth and heart when they need it most.

The victory showed that even when facing historic individual performances, teamwork and determination can carry the day.