Sun Nov 03 02:40:00 UTC 2024: ## Bucks Lose Fifth Straight as Mitchell Sinks Heartbreaking Game-Winner
**CLEVELAND, OHIO** – The Milwaukee Bucks’ losing streak extended to five games as they fell to the undefeated Cleveland Cavaliers 114-113 on [date]. Despite a 41-point performance by Damian Lillard, a clutch midrange shot by Donovan Mitchell with 0.3 seconds remaining proved to be the difference.
Lillard started the game on fire, scoring 18 points in the first quarter to help Milwaukee build a 38-30 lead. Giannis Antetokounmpo also had a strong showing, scoring 28 points and providing key assists to Lillard.
The Cavaliers, however, fought back in the second half, thanks in part to a strong performance from Mitchell, who finished with 30 points. Sam Merrill, a former Buck, also provided a spark off the bench for Cleveland with 17 points.
With the game tied at 112-112, Lillard gave the Bucks a one-point lead with a step-back jumper. But Mitchell, after nearly fumbling the ball out of bounds, calmly sank a shot to give Cleveland the victory. Lillard’s final three-point attempt at the buzzer rimmed out.
The Bucks struggled offensively off the bench, scoring just 13 points compared to the Cavaliers’ 36 bench points. The loss will surely be a frustrating one for Milwaukee, who were unable to capitalize on Lillard’s exceptional scoring.
The Bucks will look to snap their losing streak on [date] as they face the [opponent].
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