OKC Thunder grades: Huge team effort in win over Bucks

Best OKC Thunder reserve performance:

Hamidou Diallo had a really impressive first period on the glass, collecting five rebounds to help out his big men. He has six points to go along with three assists on the night.

However, it was his 13 rebounds that helped the Thunder get over the line. He had six offensive rebounds which had the impact of keeping the Bucks from getting out into transition. His seven defensive rebounds were also crucial to stop second-chance points from killing the Thunder again.

Best opponent performance:

Despite losing his All-Star floor spacer, Kris Middleton, for most of the third period with foul trouble, Antetokounmpo simply carried on in the way a two-time MVP does.

Antetokounmpo tried to carry his team on his back all night finishing with a triple-double consisting of 24 points, 17 rebounds, 10 assists, three steals, and three blocks.

In closing:

There was not a bad player for the Thunder tonight. Everyone who hit the floor was able to contribute. They embodied the next man up attitude required to compete in games like this one. The growth potential for these guys is amazing and it will benefit the Thunder in years to come.