The Milwaukee Bucks and Giannis Antetokounmpo suffered yet another humiliating defeat. The Bucks suffered their fourth loss in five games on Monday night, falling to the Utah Jazz 132-116 at home. Milwaukee’s problems on defense were once more exposed.

With a 31-point deficit (77-46), Utah shot 52.2%, including 20 3-pointers, 16 of which came in the first half alone. At Fiserv Forum, Milwaukee supporters expressed their annoyance to the team during the first half after the Bucks gave away a defensive rebound. Five minutes remained in the second quarter, and the Bucks were behind 60-34.

After the game, Giannis seemed to share the fans’ disappointment with the Bucks’ lackluster effort.

According to Bucks beat reporter Erick Nehm, Giannis stated, “I think we have great fans, but around the league, if you don’t play hard and give everything for the team, there are times where you might get booed.”

“I’d boo myself tonight too,” Giannis Antetokounmpo continued.

The Bucks’ defensive performance was once again abysmal. The Jazz gained a 20–13 advantage on second-chance points and controlled the boards, winning 47–38. This has been a recurring trend for the Bucks, who rank 22nd defensively right now.

Additionally, this season, the Bucks have allowed 119.9 points per game, which is 24th best. Among the clubs ranked one through eight in each league, that is the lowest ranking.

In the first half, the Bucks trail by 33 points, leaving Giannis Antetokounmpo in shock.

After acquiring Damian Lillard, the Milwaukee Bucks entered the season as strong favorites to win it all. But things haven’t exactly gone as planned for the 2021 NBA champs. The team’s defensive shortcomings have continuously hurt them, even when their scoring potential has occasionally seemed endless.

With the exception of Giannis Antetokounmpo, Brook Lopez, and Khris Middleton, the Bucks’ defensive alternatives are limited. Although Malik Beasley and Damian Lillard have been great at pushing the scoring envelope for the Bucks, their lack of size and focus on defense has hampered the club.

On Monday, Lillard missed practice due to personal concerns, but neither the Bucks’ offense nor defense could get going. Giannis was shocked when the Bucks trailed 33 points early in the first half.

“Being down in the first half 33 points, I don’t remember the last time we were down 33 points in the first half playing at home,” Antetokounmpo remarked. Yes. Undoubtedly, it was frustrating.”

Giannis Antetokounmpo appears to be speaking up more these days and holding accountable those who handle responsibility. He went so far as to criticize the Bucks’ coaching staff, stating that they should be “coached better.”

It’s been a major topic of discussion among detractors, particularly during this 1-4 start, because rookie coach Adrian Griffin’s rotations and tweaks during games have been questioned on occasion.