Bucks Top Pacers in Close Game

Milwaukee builds big lead but has to hold on late to defeat Indiana

Feb. 6, 2026 at 11:15pm

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The Milwaukee Bucks defeated the Indiana Pacers 105-99 in a close game on Friday night. Kevin Porter Jr. led the Bucks with 23 points and 8 assists.

Why it matters

This was an important win for the Bucks as they look to solidify their position in the Eastern Conference playoff race. The Pacers have been struggling this season and were hoping to pull off an upset on the road.

The details

The Bucks built a big lead early on, but the Pacers fought back in the second half to make it a close game. Porter Jr. was the star for Milwaukee, scoring 23 points and dishing out 8 assists. The Bucks were able to hold on in the end to secure the victory.

  • The game was played on Friday, February 7, 2026.

The players

Kevin Porter Jr.

A key player for the Milwaukee Bucks who scored 23 points and had 8 assists in the win.

Milwaukee Bucks

The home team that defeated the Indiana Pacers 105-99.

Indiana Pacers

The visiting team that lost to the Milwaukee Bucks in a close game.

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The takeaway

This was an important win for the Bucks as they look to solidify their position in the Eastern Conference playoff race. The team was able to build a big lead and then hold on late to secure the victory.