Damian Lillard delivered a commanding 30-point performance as the Milwaukee Bucks cruised to a dominant 122-93 victory over the Orlando Magic on Wednesday. Giannis Antetokounmpo contributed 26 points and 11 rebounds, helping Milwaukee leapfrog Orlando for fourth place in the Eastern Conference standings.

The Bucks (22-17) set the tone early, racing to a 34-16 first-quarter lead and never looking back. Milwaukee’s 62.5% shooting from the field was their highest of the season, while their defense held Orlando to just 34.7% shooting.

Orlando (23-19) struggled mightily against the Bucks’ defense. Paolo Banchero led the Magic with 22 points, but his efforts couldn’t compensate for the team’s overall shooting woes. The Magic converted only 12 of their 46 three-point attempts (26.1%) and were outscored in the paint by a significant margin.

Milwaukee’s balanced attack proved too much for the visitors. Brook Lopez and Bobby Portis each added 13 and 14 points, respectively, while Khris Middleton contributed 14 points and six assists off the bench. The Bucks also showcased remarkable efficiency from beyond the arc, hitting seven of 12 three-pointers.

The Magic, playing without several key contributors, never found their rhythm. Orlando’s starting five combined for just 53 points, while their bench was led by Trevelin Queen, who added 13 points. Anthony Black chipped in 10 points and four assists, but the team’s offensive struggles overshadowed any individual highlights.

Andre Jackson Jr. exited the game at halftime due to a bruised hip, but Milwaukee didn’t miss a beat in his absence. Their deep roster provided contributions from role players like MarJon Beauchamp, who added six points in limited minutes.