Giannis Antetokounmpo produced a moment of brilliance at the buzzer to hand the Milwaukee Bucks a dramatic win over the Indiana Pacers in a thrilling NBA showdown on Wednesday night.

In a game that swung back and forth, the Bucks edged out the Pacers 112–110, with Antetokounmpo sealing victory in the dying seconds. The two-time MVP finished with a commanding 38 points, 12 rebounds, and 6 assists, once again underlining his status as one of the league’s most dominant forces.

The Pacers, led by Tyrese Haliburton’s 29 points and 10 assists, pushed Milwaukee all the way, keeping the contest tight through all four quarters. Both teams traded leads multiple times, and it appeared the game was heading for overtime until Antetokounmpo drove to the rim in the final possession, converting a layup as time expired.

Speaking after the game, Giannis credited his teammates for keeping composure under pressure. “It was a tough one,” he said. “Indiana played great basketball, but we stayed locked in. I just wanted to make the last play count for my team.”

Head coach Doc Rivers praised his star player’s leadership, saying, “That’s what great players do — they find a way to win even when the game gets messy. Giannis showed incredible focus and determination.”

The victory keeps Milwaukee’s strong start to the season intact and highlights their growing chemistry under Rivers’ system. For the Pacers, the narrow defeat was a harsh outcome after a spirited performance, but one that showed their ability to compete with the league’s elite.

As the season unfolds, this thrilling encounter will likely stand out as one of the early defining moments for Milwaukee’s campaign.