After two demoralizing losses to start the playoffs, it was clear the Bucks needed to make some major changes for Game 3. Their disorganized defense was getting dismantled, and they couldn’t keep up with Indiana’s high-octane offense. For Game 2, Doc Rivers had implemented a new switch-based defensive scheme, but it wasn’t enough. Lineup changes were necessary, but many expected Rivers to stick to his usual guns in that department. That’s why it came as a pleasant surprise when Gary Trent Jr. took Taurean Prince’s spot in the starting lineup ahead of Friday night’s contest.
In the first quarter of Game 3, Trent got off to a hot start with a quick eight points.