Bucks mock Florida sports fans after Pacers win, as Brewers close in on title
Milwaukee took advantage of simultaneous losses by the Heat and Rays to post a viral jab, while sitting one win away from their first championship.
By Jessica Abebe ·
The Milwaukee Bucks posted a social media image on Monday night mocking the state of Florida. The graphic read, "Bad day to be a Florida sports fan." The post came moments after the Bucks defeated the Indiana Pacers 110-102 in Milwaukee. The timing aligned with two other major sports events occurring simultaneously in the state.
In Tampa Bay, the Milwaukee Brewers were leading the Tampa Bay Rays 10-0 in the ninth inning of Game 3 of the World Series. The game was played at Tropicana Field. In Miami, the Heat lost 113-109 to the Dallas Mavericks, dropping to 0-4 in the season. The Heat acquired Bucks franchise star Giannis Antetokounmpo in a June trade, adding context to Milwaukee's competitive posture.
The Bucks shared the image while the Brewers' game was still in the final third. The Brewers eventually won 10-1 to take a 3-0 series lead. They scored eight runs in the fifth inning to extend their advantage. The victory puts the Brewers one win away from their first World Series title. Teams leading 3-0 in the World Series have a 25-0 record, according to ESPN Research.
The Brewers' win occurred about 40 minutes after the Bucks' social media post. The two teams have coordinated their schedules since the series began. Game 1 in Milwaukee coincided with the Bucks' regular season opener, prompting Milwaukee to adjust its tipoff time to avoid conflict.
Tyler Herro led the Bucks with 23 points, 10 rebounds, and seven assists. Ryan Rollins added 19 points. The win ended a 0-3 start for Milwaukee. The Bucks are now 1-3 on the season.
The next matchup between Milwaukee and Miami is scheduled for November 18. The Brewers play Game 4 of the World Series on Tuesday in Tampa Bay. The Bucks do not have a game that day, avoiding any overlap with a potential championship celebration.
