Bucks Blow Out Pacers, Extend NBA Playoff Series to 6 Games

Pacers Fall Short Despite Strong Start

In a crucial Game 5 of the NBA Eastern Conference semifinals, the Milwaukee Bucks defeated the Indiana Pacers 130-121 on Thursday. The victory puts the Bucks up 3-2 in the series and forces a Game 6 in Indianapolis on Friday night.

Bucks Dominate From Start to Finish

The Bucks took control of the game early, leading by as many as 17 points in the first half. The Pacers managed to cut the deficit to single digits in the third quarter, but the Bucks responded with a 10-0 run to regain their momentum. Orlando Banchero led the Pacers with 34 points, but it was not enough to overcome the Bucks' balanced attack.