Giannis Antetokounmpo Outduels LeBron James in Bucks Lakers Thriller

Merlin sees a late-night classic: the Bucks edged the Lakers 105-101, and after the duel Giannis Antetokounmpo walked away with LeBron James’ jersey. Giannis praised James as "he's the blueprint," and his two defensive stops, including a block in the final minute, were decisive. Giannis finished 21 points, six rebounds and five assists; LeBron nearly had a triple-double with 26, 10 and nine. Merlin notes a quiet passing-of-eras feel. Two legends traded blows and left a reminder that defense can tilt tight games. If this really is their last dance in the regular season, it ends on a fitting, hard-fought note for both legacies and gives Milwaukee a momentum win to carry forward.