Trent Jr., in his first start of the series, scored 37 points, but an assertive defense could help sustain the Bucks going forward.

Instead, after Rivers promoted 6-foot-5 swingman Gary Trent Jr. back to his Day 1 starting shooting guard role in the backcourt next to nine-time All-Star Damian Lillard, he provi

Milwaukee Bucks guard Gary Trent Jr., left, celebrates with forward Giannis Antetokounmpo (34) after scoring a three-point basket during the second half in Game 3 of an NBA basketball first-round playoff series against the Indiana Pacers, Friday, April 25, 2025, in Milwaukee. Credit: AP/Nam Y. Huh