Milwaukee, WI
Bucks vs. Magic: A Dame Dolla short
The Milwaukee Bucks’ fourth-quarter comeback fell one shot short against the Orlando Magic, losing 111-109, after Damian Lillard’s game winning three hit the back iron. Giannis Antetokounmpo and Dame combined for 63 points to lead the Bucks offense. Yet the combined effort of Paolo Banchero (29 points), Cole Anthony (22 points and nine assists), and Franz Wanger (18 points, seven rebounds, and five assists) was enough to push Orlando over the finish line. Read our full summary of the game here and catch a six-minute audio recap on the Bucks+ podcast Bucks In Six Minutes below.
What Did We Learn?
If I’m the Milwaukee Bucks, I never want to see the Orlando Magic in a playoff series, this season or any other season. Despite being out their top guard in Jalen Suggs, the Magic continued to limit one of the Bucks’ biggest strengths on offense: the three-point shot. Of the seven games in which the Bucks have attempted their fewest three-pointers this season, four of those games (including the top three) have come against the Magic, with 23 on Saturday night.
“They just switch a lot and they’re big, the one game where we had 30 [three point attempts] was a blow out because we got good shots,” head coach Doc Rivers said. “I thought they were so much more physical tonight, I thought the first game here early in the year I thought they were way more physical than us, they were more physical in three of the four games.”
Beyond their physicality, Giannis credits the Magic’s ability to be versatile enough to switch on the perimeter to limit the Bucks’ three-point shots.
“They switch everything and when you play against a team that switches everything it’s hard,” Giannis said. “You gotta have the mindest of driving and kicking it, but sometimes we have very talented players that take that individual challenge to take it themselves and sometimes the ball doesn’t move as much and it sticks. When you play against a team that switches you gotta keep it rolling hard.”
Thankfully the Bucks are done with the Magic for the rest of the regular season, and would only play them in the second round or the Eastern Conference Finals depending on where they finish in the play-in. I know that they won three out of the four games this season against Orlando, but a team like that can be dangerous when they can shoot the ball like they did in the first quarter last night. If they get a two-way scoring guard who can hit three’s at a high rate next to Suggs, the Magic are going to be a strong contender in the East.
Three Kevin Porter Jr. Plays
If they made statues for fleecing teams out of a good player for nothing, then GM Jon Horst should get one for acquiring Kevin Porter J. for nothing. After getting limited minutes with the Clippers, Porter has taken full advantage of the opportunity as the new backup point guard behind Dame. He’s scored 10+ points in four straight games, and he’s averaging 12.0 points per game over his last four contests compared to his 9.3 points per game overall this season. He was part of the closing lineup last night against Orlando and was part of the spark the comeback in the fourth quarter. Here are KPJ’s three best plays from Saturday night.
While they could never compare to the Khris-to-Giannis lobs, the KPJ-to-Giannis ones are pretty good.
I know I’m not the only one who will miss seeing Khris Middleton throw lobs to Giannis, but in his short time here, KPJ is racking up quite the collection of outstanding lob passes to a lot of players, but Giannis in particular. With the Bucks on the comeback trail, Porter runs a P&R with Giannis and since Goga Bitdaze is in for the Magic, they’re going to run some form of drop-coverage. With Tristan Da Silva not providing much help and no one else rotating over, Porter throws a beautiful lob pass to Giannis for the slam. This was part of a big run for the Bucks to get them within striking distance and make a full comeback attempt.
His ability to stop on a dime to hit mid-range shots on one foot is something I’ve never seen before.
I know there are plenty of guys in the league who can stop on a dime and make tough shots, but the way in which Porter does it is so unconventional to me. On this play, he drives in on Anthony Black, stops with one foot and drags the other to make an awkward looking shot, but hey, it went in.
Out of everyone, he got the Bucks going from beyond-the-arc last night.
It was polar opposites from three point range between the Bucks and Magic in the first quarter. Orlando came in as the worst three point shooting team in the league, but managed to shoot a scorching 8/13 from beyond the arc in the first, while Milwaukee shot 0/5. Then in the second quarter, only one player even attempted a three for the Bucks, and it was Porter, who went 2/2. He does have history as a good three-point shooter, but the reason I say that I’m a bit surprised is because since he left Houston, he’s barely attempted any threes and hasn’t necessarily been good at them. Yet it seems now like he’s building confidence in it again, especially by taking a transition three after a stop on defense. He’s becoming more and more valuable each game, and that may price him out for the Bucks next season. But for now, let’s enjoy his exploits on the court while we still can,
Bonus Bucks Bits
- Giannis finished the night just three points shy of joining the top 50 scorers in NBA history (20,047). He did pass Antwan Jamison (20,042) last night after his 37-point outing. He’ll have his chance to quickly move into the top 50 tonight against the Cleveland Cavaliers.
- Here was Dame’s take on the last possession against Orlando:
“Every time you look back at it you’re like ‘I could’ve did this, I should’ve done this,’ once I got it in space I made up my mind I was going for the win. I got space, I just lost my balance, I got deeper than I wanted to and I was just trying to get it and go downhill and get back behind the line, but when I got back behind the line I was kinda fighting against my body more than I would have liked to, I just got off balance and that was it.”
- Taurean Prince scored nine of his 13 points tonight in the fourth quarter, tying the second most he’s scored in a single quarter this season. His three triples in the final frame also tied his season-high in a single quarter and matched the second most he’s made in a quarter in his career.
- Dame has now scored 25+ points in 31 games this season, the 10th-most in the NBA, and he’s one of just 11 players to have at least 30 games with 25+ points.
Up Next
The Milwaukee Bucks will play their second back-to-back game tonight against the Eastern Conference’s number one team, the Cleveland Cavaliers. You can catch the game starting at 7:00 p.m. (Central) on ESPN, FanDuel Sports Network Wisconsin, or our Playback and YouTube channels.
Support our site! | BreakingT | ESPN+ | ESPN+ 30 For 30 | fuboTV | Disney+
Your guide to the top summer concerts in Milwaukee in 2026
From Benson Boone to Bryan Adams, here are 15 of the best concerts happening in Milwaukee this June through August.
You may think Milwaukee’s summer concert season isn’t quite as hot for 2026 – and you’d have evidence to make your case.
American Family Field will host no major stadium tours for a second consecutive year. The Harley-Davidson Homecoming festival was called off. There have been some high-profile tour cancellations with scrapped local stops from Zayn and Pussycat Dolls. And as is always the case for a music fan in Wisconsin, seeing some of the biggest tours of the season is going to require a road trip.
But even taking all of that into consideration, the city is still overflowing with exciting concert options this June through August, from the largest venues to most intimate clubs.
Here are 15 top summer concert picks – but be on the lookout later this summer for separate recommendation lists for Summerfest and the Wisconsin State Fair.
As rappers who consistently defy convention to push their creativity into new territory, Earl Sweatshirt and MIKE have a lot in common. Now the longtime friends have something else that connects them: a new acclaimed joint album, “Pompeii//Utility,” and good reason to hit the road together.
When, where, how much: 7 p.m. June 22, the Rave, 2401 W. Wisconsin Ave. $60.50 to $150 at the box office and therave.com.
When the New York Times published their much-talked-about “30 Greatest Living American Songwriters” feature in April, there naturally were some living legends and bona fide superstars in the mix, including Stevie Wonder, Dolly Parton, Paul Simon and Taylor Swift. And there were unexpected and welcome surprises like Brandy Clark, an overlooked Nashville craftswoman behind signature songs for Miranda Lambert (“Mama’s Broken Heart”), Kacey Musgraves (“Follow Your Arrow”) and others, who brings tender musicality and witty wordplay to her own winning catalog.
When, where, how much: 8 p.m. June 22, The Argo, 334 E. Silver Spring Drive, Whitefish Bay. $48.95 to $68.56 at the box office and theargolive.com.
With the dynamic one-two punch of its first two electric art rock albums in 2021 and 2022 – “For The First Time” and “Ants From Up There” – British band Black Country, New Road quickly became a critics’ darling. But a few days before “Ants” came out, frontman Isaac Wood announced he was leaving the group, putting Black Country, New Road’s ascent into jeopardy. Despite the odds, the band’s upward trajectory continued with last year’s “Forever Howlong” that put the band in a new, equally exciting direction. Be sure to show up for opener Horsegirl, another emerging rock band getting plenty of buzz.
When, where, how much: 8 p.m. June 28, Turner Hall Ballroom, 1040 N. Phillips Ave. $35.98 at the door, the Pabst Theater box office (144 E. Wells St.) and pabsttheater.org.
The last time Julian Casablancas sang “Last Nite” in Wisconsin was 15 years ago as part of Pearl Jam’s PJ20 festival at Alpine Valley Music Theatre. Three Strokes albums will have been released during that absence, including latest “Reality Awaits” coming out in June, but patient fans in Wisconsin should be rewarded with plenty of turn-of-the-century hits in the setlist. There’s also a special offer just for them: the Milwaukee date is the only stop of the band’s extensive tour to feature both Cage The Elephant and Thundercat.
When, where, how much: 7 p.m. July 17, American Family Insurance Amphitheater, Maier Festival Park, 200 N. Harbor Drive. $67.15 to $473.95 at the box office and amfamamp.com.
Less than a year ago Benson Boone was flipping around a Summerfest stage for a sold-out American Family Insurance Amphitheater concert, his first following the release of latest album “American Heart.” But people can’t get enough of the gymnastics and Freddie Mercury-style belting, because his Milwaukee return is already close to sold out, even though Boone doesn’t have new music to share (not yet, anyway).
When, where, how much: 8 p.m. July 22, Fiserv Forum, 1111 N. Phillips Ave. $123.30 to $430.10 at the box office and fiservforum.com.
There’s a lot that people love about Ryan Coogler’s blockbuster, Oscar-winning, 1932-set vampire film “Sinners,” but one of the most cherished elements is its celebration of the blues, with living legend Buddy Guy playing a pivotal part in the 2025 movie. That’s sparked renewed interest in Guy’s music and legacy, which makes the opportunity to see him particularly special – that, and the fact that he’ll turn 90 a few days after performing in Milwaukee.
When, where, how much: 7:30 p.m. July 26, Riverside Theater, 116 W. Wisconsin Ave. $72.50 to $176.41 at the door, the Pabst Theater box office and pabsttheater.org.
A highlight of the lineup at Justin Vernon’s cherished Eaux Claires festival, returning this July after an eight-year absence, is singer-songwriter Aimee Mann performing her 2000 album “Bachelor No. 2 or, the Last Remains of the Dodo” in its entirety. But you don’t have to trek to Eau Claire to see Mann revisit one of the most celebrated albums of her career, with Mann also planning to perform songs featured in Paul Thomas Anderson’s 1999 film “Magnolia” at this Milwaukee show.
When, where, how much: 8 p.m. July 27, Pabst Theater. $47.81 to $236.67.
“What were you like in the ’90s?” It’s a question you might have seen in your social media feeds this year, perhaps accompanied by old photos of celebrities. Guaranteed the music playing for most of those videos was Goo Goo Dolls’ “Iris,” which has sparked a renewed interest in the band’s discography (even Pitchfork penned a tribute to the track), well timed ahead of their summer tour.
When, where, how much: 7 p.m. Aug. 6, BMO Pavilion, Maier Festival Park. $48.90 to $2,634.60 at the box office and bmopavilion.com.
Buffalo Nichols performs three songs for USA TODAY Acoustic
Buffalo Nichols performs “Cold Black Stare,” “The Difference” and “Belly of the Beast” for USA TODAY Acoustic in the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel newsroom.
Summer is the season of huge outdoor concerts and festivals, but tiny clubs still have some of the best live music of the season. Places like Shank Hall, Linneman’s, X-Ray Arcade, Falcon Bowl, Anodyne, Cooperage and MKeUltra will keep the shows coming, so check out their calendars. And if there’s one club show we’re especially excited about this summer, its Buffalo Nichols coming back to his hometown for an intimate set of stirring folk and blues originals.
When, where, how much: 6:30 p.m. Aug. 14, Cactus Club, 2496 S. Wentworth Ave. $20 to $25 at the door and cactusclubmilwaukee.com.
In 2022, after a 13-year absence, Tori Amos put on a powerful concert in Milwaukee that saw her frequently playing keys and piano simultaneously, while infusing her songs and a Joni Mitchell classic with impassioned vocals. It was one of the best concerts we reviewed that year, and we’re blessed the wait won’t be so long for Amos’ return, when she’ll have new songs to share from latest album “In Times of Dragons.”
When, where, how much: 8 p.m. Aug. 15, Riverside Theater. $64.55 to $308.29.
In 2024 pop rocker Bryan Adams was scheduled to play his first Milwaukee concert since 2011 at Fiserv Forum, but the show and others were quietly canceled with no explanation. For his attempted return after what has now been a 15-year absence, Adams has a special incentive for the cost of a ticket: Rock and Roll Hall of Famers Pat Benatar + Neil Giraldo as his opening act.
When, where, how much: 7:30 p.m. Aug. 16, Fiserv Forum. $73.30 to $400.90.
It was a matter of when, not if, consistent hitmaker Tim McGraw would get inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame. In March fans found out it’s happening this fall, with McGraw hitting the road this summer to remind people who don’t need reminding why he’s so worthy of the honor.
When, where, how much: 7 p.m. Aug. 22, Alpine Valley Music Theatre, 2699 County Road D, East Troy. $35 to $2,195.70 at the gate and livenation.com.
The Australian trio has become one of the most celebrated live acts in EDM, getting headlining slots at premiere festivals like Lollapalooza and Bonnaroo, and booking stadium gigs including Fenway Park in Boston. For Milwaukee this summer, that means a tour stop at the 23,000-person-capacity American Family Insurance Amphitheater – a massive upgrade from the Miramar Theatre they played their last time in town a decade ago.
When, where, how much: 7:30 p.m. Aug. 26, American Family Insurance Amphitheater. $35 to $122.
In April, Milwaukee was lucky to get the opening night of Romeo Santos and Prince Royce’s tour, one of the most-anticipated Latin music tours of the summer. Just four months later, it’s happening again, when Puerto Rican superstar Chayanne kicks off what’s being billed as the final leg of his “Bailemos Otra Vez” tour at the Bucks’ arena.
When, where, how much: 8 p.m. Aug. 28, Fiserv Forum. $71.70 to $1,377.05.
We may not get another Harley-Davidson Homecoming this year, but it did give Milwaukee a lot of memorable performances. That included a spellbinding set last year from Sierra Ferrell, who brings an earthy, psychedelic style to her traditionally minded country and folk songs, and who will certainly offer fans a longer set this time than what a festival slot could provide last summer.
When, where, how much: 8 p.m. Aug. 29, Landmark Credit Union Live, 1051 N. Phillips Ave. $60.50 to $185.25 at the box office and landmarkculive.com.
Contact Piet Levy at (414) 223-5162 or plevy@journalsentinel.com. Follow him at facebook.com/PietLevyMJS.
MILWAUKEE – All eastbound lanes of I-794 were closed at Van Buren Street in Milwaukee on Monday night because of a crash.
What we know:
The crash happened around 7:42 p.m. near North Van Buren Street and East St. Paul Avenue.
FREE DOWNLOAD: Get breaking news alerts in the FOX LOCAL Mobile app for iOS or Android
The Milwaukee County Sheriff’s Office is handling the incident.
Officials estimated the closure would last about two hours.
This is a breaking story. Check back for updates.
The Source: The Wisconsin Department of Transportation provided information.
MILWAUKEE – There was a police presence at MacArthur Square parking garage in Milwaukee on Monday morning, May 18.
What we know:
According to the Milwaukee Police Department, officers were dispatched to the scene around 6:30 a.m. for reports of an assault.
One person was taken to the hospital.
Police continue to seek an unknown suspect.
Milwaukee police presence at MacArthur Square parking garage
FREE DOWNLOAD: Get breaking news alerts in the FOX LOCAL Mobile app for iOS or Android
FOX6 News is working to gather information about this incident. When we have more information, we will update this post.
The Source: The information in this post was provided by the Milwaukee Police Department.
-
Health2 minutes agoWoman says she’s being held against her will after cruise ship hantavirus scare
-
Sports8 minutes agoNFL owners unanimously vote to bring Super Bowl LXIV to Nashville’s new $2 billion stadium in 2030
-
Technology14 minutes agoRideable robot looks ready to stomp all over us
-
Business20 minutes agoCommentary: A surge in Nevada data center construction threatens the electricity supply for 49,000 Californians
-
Entertainment26 minutes agoReview: ‘Star Wars’ wends its way back to theaters via an unlikely duo in ‘The Mandalorian and Grogu’
-
Lifestyle32 minutes agoChanel Returns to Growth as Blazymania Kicks In
-
Politics38 minutes agoHilton and Becerra lead in a tightening race in final weeks of California governor’s campaign, poll shows
-
Science44 minutes ago3 countries. 16 stadiums. 104 matches. 2026 World Cup set to become ‘most polluting’ games ever
