No Giannis, no problem: Bucks cruise to Game 1 win

Considered a popular upset pick in the first round of the NBA playoffs, the Bucks proved that they can still be a threat without The Greek Freak. - Josh B. [MORNING BARK](mb_header_main?utm_source=mb&utm_medium=email&mb_edition=20240422) Sports. And then some. [Subscribe]( | [Yardbarker.com](?utm_source=mb&utm_medium=email&mb_edition=20240422) Top Story Considered a popular upset pick in the first round of the NBA playoffs, the Bucks proved that they can still be a threat without The Greek Freak. - Josh B. 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