Most often in NBA games, it’s bursts of standout offensive plays that get all the attention. There’s an obvious thrill to an explosive dunk or a sustained run of lights out three-point shooting that’s known for getting fans up out of their seats.
As the Milwaukee Bucks continue to run the rule over the entire NBA with their 50-8 record, it’s become just as common for defense to be that kind of energizer for fans of Mike Budenholzer’s squad, though.
After compiling the league’s best defensive record last season, the Bucks have come back even stingier this year.