Milwaukee – The Milwaukee Bucks ended a four-game losing streak with a 134-123 victory over the Indiana Pacers on Sunday, but the win came with a concerning development as Giannis Antetokounmpo left the game with an apparent knee injury. Simultaneously, in Sacramento, the Kings continued their late-season push, defeating the Utah Jazz 116-111, fueled by a season-best performance from DeMar DeRozan.
Antetokounmpo, who finished with 31 points, 14 rebounds, and 8 assists, sustained the injury late in the third quarter after landing awkwardly following a dunk attempt. He briefly remained in the game, completing another dunk on the ensuing possession, before attempting free throws and then heading to the locker room. Bucks coach Doc Rivers speculated that the injury may be a hyperextension of the knee, but further evaluation is pending. The 31-year-old Antetokounmpo has already missed a career-high 31 games this season due to previous injuries.
Despite the loss of their star, Milwaukee rallied in the fourth quarter. Trailing 65-62 at halftime, the Bucks outscored the Pacers 72-58 in the second half, punctuated by a decisive 15-3 run that extended their lead to 18 points with 8:45 remaining. Bobby Portis led the Bucks with 29 points and 10 rebounds, although Ryan Rollins added 20 points and 7 assists. Indiana was led by Aaron Nesmith’s 32 points, but the Pacers struggled with turnovers, committing a total of 18.
In Sacramento, DeMar DeRozan delivered a masterful performance, scoring a season-high 41 points and dishing out 11 assists to guide the Kings to their fourth win in five games. Sacramento built an 11-point lead with under five minutes to play and held off a late charge from Utah, securing the 116-111 victory. DeRozan sealed the win with clutch free throws in the final seconds.
Precious Achiuwa continued his strong play for the Kings, contributing 20 points and 11 rebounds. Killian Hayes, recently extended by the team, added 16 points and 8 assists. For the Jazz, Cody Williams led the scoring with 34 points.
Other NBA Scores from Sunday, March 15, 2026:
- OKC – Minnesota
- Toronto – Detroit
- Cleveland – Dallas
- New York – Golden State
- Philadelphie – Portland
Milwaukee – Indiana: 134-123
Key Stats: Min = Minutes; Tirs = Shots Made/Attempted; 3pts = 3-Pointers Made/Attempted; LF = Free Throws Made/Attempted; O = Offensive Rebound; D = Defensive Rebound; T = Total Rebounds; Pd = Assists; Fte = Personal Fouls; Int = Interceptions; Bp = Turnovers; Ct = Blocks; +/- = Plus/Minus; Pts = Points; Eval = Player Evaluation (calculated from positive – negative actions).
Sacramento – Utah: 116-111
Key Stats: Min = Minutes; Tirs = Shots Made/Attempted; 3pts = 3-Pointers Made/Attempted; LF = Free Throws Made/Attempted; O = Offensive Rebound; D = Defensive Rebound; T = Total Rebounds; Pd = Assists; Fte = Personal Fouls; Int = Interceptions; Bp = Turnovers; Ct = Blocks; +/- = Plus/Minus; Pts = Points; Eval = Player Evaluation (calculated from positive – negative actions).
The Bucks’ victory provides a much-needed boost as they navigate the final stretch of the regular season. While the injury to Antetokounmpo is a significant concern, the team demonstrated resilience and depth in overcoming the Pacers. Milwaukee will demand to rely on contributions from players like Portis and Rollins if Antetokounmpo is sidelined for an extended period.
For the Kings, DeRozan’s performance underscores his continued importance to the team, even as they gaze towards the future. The win keeps Sacramento in contention for a potential play-in tournament spot. The team’s recent success is a testament to their improved chemistry and the contributions of players like Achiuwa, and Hayes.
Antetokounmpo indicated he doesn’t plan on undergoing imaging immediately, stating he intends to rest and assess his condition before making any decisions. He expressed optimism that he could have finished Sunday’s game, but deferred to the training staff’s recommendation. The next update on his status is expected on Monday.
The Sacramento Kings will be back in action on Wednesday against the Los Angeles Clippers. The Milwaukee Bucks will face the Boston Celtics on Wednesday as well.
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