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The Milwaukee Bucks lost to the Toronto Raptors 111-105, marking their second loss to Toronto this season and dropping their December record to 2-5. While Bobby Portis led the Bucks with 24 points and 12 rebounds, Brandon Ingram’s 29 points and Scottie Barnes’ 24 points and 11 rebounds powered the Raptors. The Bucks struggled with consistency throughout the game, falling behind early and failing to capitalize on momentum shifts. A significant free throw disparity in the second half (21 for Toronto vs. 4 for Milwaukee) proved crucial in the Raptors’ victory. The coaching decision to start Gary Trent Jr. over Ryan Rollins didn’t yield immediate positive results.

News Article:

Bucks Stumble Again, Fall to Raptors as December Slump Continues

MILWAUKEE – The Milwaukee Bucks continued their December struggles, falling to the Toronto Raptors 111-105 at home on [Insert Date]. This marks the Bucks’ second loss to the Raptors this season and drops their record to a disappointing 2-5 for the month.

Bobby Portis led the Bucks (Record) with a strong performance, scoring 24 points and grabbing 12 rebounds. KPJ chipped in 22 and Myles Turner added 21, but it wasn’t enough to overcome a balanced Raptors attack led by Brandon Ingram’s game-high 29 points and Scottie Barnes’ 24 points and 11 rebounds.

The Bucks got off to a slow start, trailing early after a 15-4 Raptors run. While they managed to tie the game briefly, they never consistently held the lead. The Raptors’ hot shooting from three-point range, particularly from Ingram, kept Milwaukee at bay.

A key factor in the loss was the significant disparity in free throw attempts during the second half. Toronto went to the line 21 times, converting 14, while the Bucks managed just 4 attempts in the same period.

“We need to be more consistent,” said [Insert Coach/Player Name] after the game. “We can’t afford to dig ourselves holes early and expect to climb out every time.”

The Bucks will look to turn things around as they face [Next Opponent] on [Date] at [Location].

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