Wed Mar 19 05:10:00 UTC 2025: ## Warriors Edge Out Bucks in Close Contest; Other NBA Highlights

**San Francisco, CA** – Jimmy Butler III led the Golden State Warriors to a 104-93 victory over the Milwaukee Bucks on Tuesday night, despite the absence of Stephen Curry. Butler scored a game-high 24 points, while Brandin Podziemski’s clutch late 3-pointers proved crucial in securing the win. Draymond Green contributed a strong all-around performance with 10 rebounds, four assists, and four blocks. Despite 22 points from Kyle Kuzma, the Bucks struggled offensively, with Giannis Antetokounmpo and Damian Lillard experiencing off nights. This win marks the Warriors’ 15th in their last 18 games since acquiring Butler.

Elsewhere in the NBA:

* **Clippers defeat Cavaliers:** Ivica Zubac (28 points, 20 rebounds) and Kawhi Leonard (33 points) powered the Los Angeles Clippers to a four-game winning streak with a victory over the Cleveland Cavaliers. Max Strus led the Cavaliers with 24 points.

* **Hawks rout Hornets:** Trae Young’s 31 points and a strong 3-point shooting performance led the Atlanta Hawks to a convincing win over the Charlotte Hornets. Dyson Daniels added 22 points for Atlanta.

* **Celtics overcome Nets:** Despite missing Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown, the Boston Celtics defeated the Brooklyn Nets behind a career-high 20 points from rookie Baylor Scheierman and 25 points from Kristaps Porzingis. D’Angelo Russell led the Nets with 18 points.

The Cleveland Cavaliers and Oklahoma City Thunder now share the best record in the NBA following Cleveland’s loss.

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