Bucks Outlast Short-Handed Grizzlies 131-115

Ryan Rollins scores 24 points as Milwaukee snaps 8-game skid against Memphis

Apr. 6, 2026 at 12:09am

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The Milwaukee Bucks defeated the Memphis Grizzlies 131-115 in a Sunday afternoon matchup between two short-handed, lottery-bound teams. Ryan Rollins led the Bucks with 24 points, while Rayan Rupert recorded a triple-double for the Grizzlies with 33 points, 10 rebounds, and 10 assists. Milwaukee snapped an 8-game losing streak against Memphis, which has lost 17 of its last 19 games.

Why it matters

This game highlighted the depth challenges facing both teams, with key players out due to injuries and 10-day contracts. The Bucks' win ended their recent struggles against the Grizzlies and kept them in the playoff hunt, while Memphis' losing skid continues to dim its postseason hopes.

The details

The Bucks shot 60.2% from the field and made 16 3-pointers, overcoming 20 turnovers. Cormac Ryan and Taurean Prince each scored 21 points for Milwaukee, while Myles Turner added a double-double. Rayan Rupert's career-best performance wasn't enough for the short-handed Grizzlies, who dressed four players on 10-day contracts due to injuries.

  • The game was played on Sunday, April 6, 2026.
  • Milwaukee beat Memphis 126-114 on January 19, 2022, the last time the Bucks defeated the Grizzlies before this game.

The players

Ryan Rollins

A Bucks player who scored a team-high 24 points in the win.

Rayan Rupert

A Grizzlies player who recorded a triple-double with 33 points, 10 rebounds, and 10 assists.

Giannis Antetokounmpo

The Bucks star who missed his 11th straight game due to a left knee injury.

Thanasis Antetokounmpo

Giannis' brother who entered the game in the closing minutes and dunked on a lob from another brother, Alex Antetokounmpo.

Cormac Ryan

A Bucks player who shot 7-of-8 and scored 21 points.

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What’s next

The Grizzlies will host the Cleveland Cavaliers on Monday, while the Bucks will visit the Brooklyn Nets on Tuesday.

The takeaway

This game highlighted the challenges facing both the Bucks and Grizzlies, who are dealing with key injuries and roster turnover as they fight to stay in the playoff picture. Despite the short-handed lineups, the contest featured impressive individual performances and a hard-fought victory for Milwaukee.