The Milwaukee Bucks survived the New Orleans Pelicans 141-137 in overtime on Wednesday night at Fiserv Forum, despite Trey Murphy III scoring 44 points for New Orleans.
The win boosted Milwaukee’s record to 19-29, while the Pelicans slipped to 13-39 after another heartbreaker.
Keep it Rollin’.
27 PTS | 4 REB | 4 AST | 3 3PM | 53% FG pic.twitter.com/co2745f9kr
— Milwaukee Bucks (@Bucks) February 5, 2026
Ryan Rollins paced the Milwaukee with 27 points and four assists, providing stability on offense down the stretch and into overtime. AJ Green contributed 20 points, including six three-pointers, as Milwaukee relied on sharp perimeter shooting to offset New Orleans’ red-hot outside scoring.
Amir Coffey and Myles Turner each chipped in 16 points, with Turner also pulling down nine rebounds and adding two blocks to anchor the defense. Kevin Porter Jr. delivered a crucial boost off the bench, contributing 18 points, nine assists, and five steals, swinging momentum for Milwaukee during key stretches.
Bucks survive Trey Murphy and the Pelicans onslaught
Feb 4, 2026; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Milwaukee Bucks guard Kevin Porter Jr. (7) shoots in against New Orleans Pelicans forward Trey Murphy III (25) during the second quarter at Fiserv Forum. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Hanisch-Imagn Images
Trey Murphy III shouldered the Pelicans’ offensive load, connecting on 12 of 19 shots from beyond the arc and going 15 of 28 overall. His sharp shooting forced constant defensive adjustments, opening up driving lanes for Zion Williamson, who chipped in 20 points and eight assists.
Saddiq Bey contributed 22 points, while Herbert Jones made an impact on defense with two steals, but the Pelicans couldn’t contain the Bucks well-rounded offense.
Feb 4, 2026; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Milwaukee Bucks guard Ryan Rollins (13) drives for the basket against New Orleans Pelicans forward Herbert Jones (2) during the first quarter against = at Fiserv Forum. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Hanisch-Imagn Images
In overtime, the Bucks dominance around the basket made the difference, as the Bucks pushed the ball quickly and generated high-percentage opportunities. Rollins and Green knocked down several crucial shots, keeping Milwaukee ahead despite Murphy’s relentless scoring for New Orleans.
Milwaukee will aim to carry forward the momentum after breaking a tough stretch and hopes to get back to playing winning basketball.