Trent Jr., in his first start of the series, scored 37 points, but an assertive defense could help sustain the Bucks going forward.

Milwaukee Bucks guard Gary Trent Jr., left, celebrates with forward Giannis Antetokounmpo (34) after scoring a three-point basket during the second half in Game 3 of an NBA basketball first-round playoff series against the Indiana Pacers, Friday, April 25, 2025, in Milwaukee. Credit: AP/Nam Y. Huh

Instead, after Rivers promoted 6-foot-5 swingman Gary Trent Jr. back to his Day 1 starting shooting guard role in the backcourt next to nine-time All-Star Damian Lillard, he provi