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Damian Lillard with an impressive NBA debut for the Milwaukee Bucks
Lillard lived up to the high expectations in his first NBA game.
The Milwaukee Bucks got off to a strong start with a victory over the Philadelphia 76ers. In a closely contested game, the Bucks managed to pull off a 118-117 win in the end, and the standout was debutant Damian Lillard, who delivered one of the most impressive debuts in a long time. Lillard scored 39 points, making him the player with the most points in a Bucks debut, surpassing Terry Cummings, who held the previous record with 24 points.
Damian Lillard debut for Bucks:
◉ 39 points
◉ 8 rebounds
◉ 4 assists
Lillard had previously played for the Portland Trail Blazers, where he was a prolific scorer. This is likely why the expectations for him are so high. Lillard played a significant role in the victory, as the team made a comeback after trailing 94-102 in the last quarter to secure a one-point win and a strong start to the season.