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Bucks Take Game 1 Against Pacers Behind Lillard's Stellar First Half

Lillard Lights Up the Court

In a dominant display of offensive prowess, Damian Lillard put on a show in the opening half of the Milwaukee Bucks' 109-94 victory over the Indiana Pacers on Sunday. Lillard, the Bucks' superstar guard, scored all of his 35 points in the first half, powering his team to a commanding lead.

Bucks Dominate Pacers

Fueled by Lillard's brilliance, the Bucks took control of the game early on. The team's defense suffocated the Pacers, holding them to just 37% shooting from the field. Meanwhile, the Bucks' offense flowed smoothly, with Lillard leading the way. His 14-point outburst in the first quarter set the tone for the game.

In the second quarter, Lillard continued his assault on the basket, adding 21 more points to his tally. His relentless scoring forced the Pacers to adjust their defensive strategy, but it was to no avail. The Bucks held a comfortable 61-47 lead at halftime, thanks in large part to Lillard's incredible performance.

Pacers Rally Falls Short

The Pacers came out with renewed vigor in the second half, but the Bucks' defense proved too strong. Led by their star center, Giannis Antetokounmpo, the Bucks held the Pacers to just 47 points in the final two quarters. Despite a valiant effort by the Pacers, the Bucks secured a 109-94 victory.

Bucks Take Series Lead

With the win, the Bucks now hold a 1-0 lead in the best-of-seven series. Game 2 will be played on Monday, April 23, at 8:30 pm. The Pacers will need to regroup and find a way to contain Lillard if they want to even the series.

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