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Spurs Struggle Against Bucks Despite Strong Efforts

The San Antonio Spurs faced off against the Milwaukee Bucks on January 8, 2025, in a challenging matchup that saw the Spurs fall short. Currently sitting 10th in the Western Conference with an 18-19 record, the Spurs are striving to improve their standings as they navigate through the season.

In the game against the Bucks, the Spurs managed to score a total of 105 points, with a shooting percentage of 37% from the field. They attempted 95 field goals, converting 35 of those, and struggled from beyond the arc, hitting only 18 of their 52 three-point attempts for a 35% success rate. However, they excelled at the free-throw line, making 17 of 20 attempts, which translates to an impressive 85% accuracy.

Key contributions came from players like Charles Bassey, who played just under 13 minutes and scored 4 points on 2-3 shooting. Sandro Mamukelashvili also made an impact with 7 points from 5 attempts, including 1-3 from three-point range. Other players such as Blake Wesley, Malaki Branham, and Zach Collins contributed to the team's overall performance, showcasing the depth of the roster.

On the defensive end, the Spurs recorded a total of 34 rebounds, with 46 total rebounds for the game. They also tallied 24 assists, 14 turnovers, 8 steals, and 9 blocks, indicating a competitive effort despite the loss.

As the Spurs look to improve their position in the Western Conference, they find themselves trailing behind teams like the Oklahoma City Thunder, who lead the conference with a 29-5 record, as well as the Houston Rockets, Memphis Grizzlies, and Denver Nuggets. The Spurs will need to regroup and focus on their upcoming games to climb the standings.

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