Milwaukee, WI
Bucks sound the alarms as Giannis Antetokounmpo exits game with leg injury
The Milwaukee Bucks clinched a crucial victory over the Boston Celtics, but it came at a cost as star player Giannis Antetokounmpo exited the game early due to a leg injury.
Giannis went down in the third quarter
The Bucks were leading 73-58 in the third quarter when Antetokounmpo, in the midst of another stellar performance, abruptly fell to the court in visible discomfort.
The injury, described as a left calf strain, forced him to leave the game, leaving fans and teammates concerned about his condition.
Antetokounmpo’s absence was palpably felt as the Bucks navigated the remainder of the game without their key player.
Despite managing to secure a 104-91 victory over the Celtics, the Bucks undoubtedly face challenges ahead if Antetokounmpo’s injury sidelines him for an extended period.
His contributions on the court, particularly his scoring prowess and defensive presence, are irreplaceable.
Bucks need Giannis’ to bounce back ahead of playoffs
This injury adds to a season marked by intermittent setbacks for Antetokounmpo, who has previously battled with hamstring tendinopathy, calf strains, shoulder bruises, and Achilles tendinitis.
The uncertainty surrounding the severity of his current injury casts a shadow over the Bucks’ playoff prospects, with the postseason looming just around the corner.
Coach Doc Rivers expressed optimism tempered with concern, acknowledging the significant role Antetokounmpo plays in the team’s success.
“I think everyone probably feels the same way as I do right now. We’re just going hope for the best,” he said.
The Bucks will undoubtedly rely on the depth of their roster to fill the void left by their star player, with players like Bobby Portis and Damian Lillard expected to step up in his absence.
Despite the challenges ahead, the Bucks remain determined to pursue their championship aspirations.
With the playoffs fast approaching, the team understands the importance of having a healthy Antetokounmpo on the court.
As they navigate the final stretch of the regular season, their focus will be on maintaining their competitive edge and overcoming obstacles, all while hoping for a swift recovery for their injured superstar.
Milwaukee, WI
Milwaukee hospital valet confusion, man accused of stealing car
MILWAUKEE – Milwaukee County prosecutors charged a man who they say was confused for a hospital valet driver – and drove off in someone’s car anyway – on Saturday, Dec. 21.
Court records show 28-year-old Jessie Reyes-Fleischmann is now accused of operating a motor vehicle without the owner’s consent and misdemeanor obstructing an officer.
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According to a criminal complaint, the victim was unloading his car outside Aurora St. Luke’s Medical Center on Milwaukee’s south side and saw two men standing outside. The victim said he thought the men were valet drivers, and he handed one of them his car keys.
When the victim later spoke to medical staff about retrieving his car, court filings state he was informed the hospital does not have a valet service. The victim then realized his car had been taken, and he reported it stolen to MPD.
In custody
Early the next morning, Greenfield police located and pulled over the stolen car. Prosecutors said the driver, later identified Reyes-Fleischmann, initially gave officers a fake name. His true identity was not learned until he was booked.
During an interview, the complaint states Reyes-Fleischmann told police he asked the victim at the hospital if he needed help. The victim then handed over his keys and said “can somebody take my car.” He said he got in and started driving around, but admitted he should have told the man no – that he was “stupid” and should’ve just parked the car.
Court records show Reyes-Fleischmann made his initial court appearance on Thursday. His bond was set at $1,500.
Milwaukee, WI
Milwaukee Admirals beat Wolves, Murray shines in goal
MILWAUKEE – Matt Murray stopped a season-high 43 shots and Kieffer Bellows scored a pair of goals to lead the Admirals to a 4-1 win over the Wolves on Friday night.
Ryan Ufko and Ozzy Wiesblatt also lit the lamp for the Ads, who snapped Chicago’s six-game winning streak in the process.
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Murray made 29 saves over the final two periods and backstopped the Admirals to a perfect 4-for-4 performance on the penalty kill. It was the eighth win of the season for Murray, who has allowed just one goal in four of his past five starts.
The Admirals jumped out to a 2-0 lead after the first period, courtesy of goals from Bellows and Ufko. Bellows notched his team-leading 11th goal of the season at 11:25 of the opening frame when he collected the rebound of a Fedor Svechkov goal and slid it five-hole past Spencer Martin.
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Ufko lit the lamp with just 57 seconds remaining in the first, scoring his second power-play marker of the season. The play started when Ozzy Wiesblatt carried the puck along the Chicago blueline and then fired a shot that Ufko deflected past Martin.
After a scoreless second period, Bellows got his second of the game at the 6:55 mark of the final period when he poked a loose puck ahead at the Ads’ blueline, skated in alone on Martin and reached the puck around the Wolves’ goalie as he was being hauled to the ground.
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Chicago’s Ronan Seeley spoiled Murray’s shutout bid when he scored on a one-timer with 1:06 to play before Wiesblatt iced things for Milwaukee with an empty-netter, his sixth goal of the season.
The Admirals and Wolves get right back at it as they wrap-up their home-and-home set on Saturday night at 7 p.m. at the Allstate Arena. Milwaukee’s next home game is Monday, Dec. 30.
Milwaukee, WI
Milwaukee house fire near 7th and Lincoln
MILWAUKEE – Milwaukee firefighters battled a house fire on the city’s south side on Friday morning, Dec. 27.
The fire broke out around 10:30 a.m. near 7th and Lincoln.
Milwaukee fire officials say flames were found in the rear cottage of the residents.
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All people in the home managed to get out safety.
The cause of the fire remains under investigation.
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