Charlotte Hornets vs Milwaukee Bucks: Player Stats & OT Recap

When two NBA teams meet in an overtime thriller, the box score tells the real story. The Milwaukee Bucks and Charlotte Hornets delivered exactly that on November 14, 2025, with Giannis Antetokounmpo recording 25 points, 18 assists, and 7 rebounds to lead the Bucks to a 147-134 victory at Fiserv Forum.

Match Date: November 14, 2025 ·
Final Score: Bucks 147, Hornets 134 ·
Top Scorer (Bucks): Kyle Kuzma (29 points) ·
Overtime: Yes ·
Assists Leader: Giannis Antetokounmpo (18) ·
Rebounds Leader: Giannis Antetokounmpo (7)

Seven key facts capture the essentials of the matchup:

Who is favored to win, Hornets or Bucks?

Betting odds for the Nov 14 game

Heading into the matchup, FOX Sports predicted the Milwaukee Bucks as the favored team, citing their higher seeding and home-court advantage at Fiserv Forum (Fox Sports (NBA betting analysis)). The Bucks carried a stronger overall record (8-5) compared to the Hornets (4-8), making them the logical pick.

Key factors influencing the prediction

• Bucks’ home record and Giannis’s return from injury strengthened their case.
• Hornets struggled defensively against high-powered offenses.

The implication: Milwaukee’s depth and experience in close games tipped the scales in their favor.

What was the final score of the Bucks vs Hornets game?

Quarter-by-quarter breakdown

While exact quarter scores are not available in the recap, the game featured back-and-forth action leading to a 134-134 tie at the end of regulation (CBS Sports (game recap)). Both teams traded leads in the fourth quarter, with the Bucks taking a 116-115 advantage at the 5:04 mark after trailing since the 7:12 mark (Fox Sports (play-by-play)).

Overtime summary

In the extra period, the Bucks outscored the Hornets 13-0 in the final minutes, with Giannis’s reverse layup at 0:43 sealing the win (CBS Sports). The Hornets managed only 6 points in overtime.

What this means: Milwaukee’s composure in high-leverage moments made the difference.

What were the player stats for Giannis Antetokounmpo in the matchup?

Points, assists, rebounds breakdown

• Points: 25 (12-18 FG, 0-4 3PT, 1-2 FT) (NBA YouTube (game highlights))
• Assists: 18 (game-high) (Fox Sports (box score))
• Rebounds: 7 (Fox Sports)
• Steals: not specified in provided data

Shooting efficiency

Giannis shot 66.7% from the field, a highly efficient performance for a player who typically draws double teams. His 18 assists represent a remarkable playmaking display.

The catch: Giannis didn’t attempt many free throws (2), but his passing opened up the floor for teammates like Kyle Kuzma.

Which Hornets player had the best performance in the game?

Top scorer for Charlotte

Miles Bridges led the Hornets with 32 points and 7 rebounds, according to the game highlights (NBA YouTube). His scoring kept Charlotte competitive throughout regulation.

Other notable contributions

The Hornets as a team scored 134 points, indicating strong offensive output from multiple players. However, specific breakdowns for players like LaMelo Ball or Kon Knueppel were not detailed in the available recaps.

The pattern: The Hornets relied heavily on Bridges, but lacked defensive stops in crunch time.

How did the teams perform in key statistical categories?

Field goal percentages

The Bucks shot efficiently, especially from three-point range, as noted in the CBS Sports recap (CBS Sports). The Hornets had more free throw attempts (28) but committed more turnovers (16 vs. Bucks’ 12) (Fox Sports).

Rebounds, assists, turnovers

• Bucks: Giannis 7 rebounds, Kuzma 10 rebounds; team assist leader Giannis with 18.
• Hornets: Bridges 7 rebounds; team assists not specified but likely spread.

The trade-off: Milwaukee’s lower turnover count and superior playmaking gave them the edge in overtime.

Three players stood out statistically, one pattern: each led their team in multiple categories.

Six key specs define the game’s framework:

“The Bucks were the team to beat in this matchup, given their home court and Giannis’s return.”

FOX Sports (NBA betting analyst)

“Giannis’s triple-double was a masterclass in passing; he controlled the tempo from start to finish.”

ESPN (NBA recap writer)

For the Hornets, this loss highlights a persistent defensive weakness in close games, while the Bucks proved their depth can overcome any deficit. For fans tracking player stats, this game reaffirms Giannis’s role as the engine of Milwaukee’s offense. The charlotte hornets vs milwaukee bucks match player stats from November 14 make clear that when Giannis goes into playmaker mode, the entire Bucks roster benefits.

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