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Bucks fall 116-97 to Timberwolves in preseason opener

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 6, 2026, 4:44 AM

Last updated Oct 6, 2026

Bucks fall 116-97 to Timberwolves in preseason opener

Summary

The Milwaukee Bucks faced the Minnesota Timberwolves in their first preseason game, losing 116-97 at home. Head coach Taylor Jenkins criticized the team's defensive performance, stating they were 'far from where we need to be' ahead of the regular season. Jenkins pointed to a lack of ball pressure and emphasized that improvement is necessary. Ke’lel Ware and Ryan Rollins led the Bucks in scoring with 15 and 14 points, respectively. Milwaukee will aim to address their defensive issues in upcoming preseason matchups before the regular season begins.

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Key Details

•Bucks lose 116-97 to Timberwolves in preseason
•Coach Taylor Jenkins criticized defensive performance
•Ke’lel Ware led Bucks in scoring with 15 points
•Team prepares for regular season amid roster changes
•First preseason game for new head coach Taylor Jenkins

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4:44 AMYahoo Sports — Bucks’ Taylor Jenkins didn’t hold back after giving up 116 points to Timberwolves

What they're saying

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Victor Wembanyama critic Kyle Kuzma , coach Taylor Jenkins and the Milwaukee Bucks took to the court for their first preseason game against the Minnesota Timberwolves and lost 116-97. Life without Giannis Antetokounmpo didn’t look the way Jenkins envisioned as his team got blitzed at home, leading to blunt comments afterward. Jenkins made it clear […] The post Bucks’ Taylor Jenkins didn’t hold back after giving up 116 points to Timberwolves appeared first on ClutchPoints.
— Yahoo Sports

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