The Milwaukee Bucks are finding their groove, and head coach Doc Rivers sees the signs of a team on the rise. With a 7-3 record in February, there's a glimmer of hope for a late push toward a play-in tournament spot, especially with Giannis Antetokounmpo's return from a calf injury on the horizon.
Wednesday night presented the Bucks with a prime opportunity to continue their strong form against a Cleveland Cavaliers squad resting Donovan Mitchell, Evan Mobley, and James Harden. Despite the absences, the Cavs are no pushovers, but the Bucks were up for the challenge, with Kevin Porter Jr. leading the charge to ignite his team.
KEVIN PORTER JR. POSTER OVER MR THE LIGHTS TO BRIGHT pic.twitter.com/SVoVEhG7kw
— Wondering Basketball (@WonderingBBall) February 26, 2026
In the third quarter, with the Bucks holding the lead, Porter made a decisive move against Craig Porter Jr., sending the Cavs' defense into disarray. Jarrett Allen's late attempt to contest Porter's thunderous dunk only added to the excitement, sending the Fiserv Forum crowd into a frenzy.
KEVIN PORTER JR. 😤
— FOCUS ON THE PROP (@Dfs4Everyone) February 26, 2026
CLIMBED THE LADDER
OVER JARRETT ALLEN
NO FEAR. pic.twitter.com/cXAt52Wuhv
Remarkably, the Bucks were on the second night of a back-to-back, yet they showed no signs of fatigue. Just the night before, they had outlasted the Miami Heat, pulling off an 11-0 run to seal the victory against an Eastern Conference contender.
As the game against the Cavs unfolded, the Bucks demonstrated their resilience and top-tier conditioning. With the score tied and only minutes remaining, the stage was set for a thrilling conclusion. Anything could happen, and the Bucks were ready to seize the moment.