The N-B-A Champion Milwaukee Bucks opened the season by smashing this year’s favorite, Brooklyn, 127-104.
Giannis Antetokounmpo scored 32 points, took down 14 rebounds, and dished out 7 assists in the one-sided victory.
Khris Middleton and Pat Connaughton added 20 apiece.
Point guard Jrue Holiday missed the second half of action with a bruised heel, but coach Mike Budenholzer told the media M-R-I results were encouraging.
Kevin Durant led the Nets with 32 points and 11 rebounds.
Patty Mills connected on all seven of his 3-pointers for 21 points.
The Nets played without guard Kyrie Irving, who isn’t with the team because he has refused to get the COVID-19 vaccine.
The Bucks return to action Thursday at Miami.
