Giannis Says Bucks 'Didn't Have Enough Urgency' in Game 1 NBA Playoff Loss to Pacers

Giannis Antetokounmpo wasn't satisfied with the Milwaukee Bucks' effort during a lopsided 117-98 loss to the Indiana Pacers in Game 1 of the team's first-round playoff series.

"I think we were late, like we got into scrambling mode and they would create for the next guy and that's what they want you to do," Antetokounmpo said, via the Associated Press (h/t ESPN). "We didn't have enough urgency. Going into Game 2, hopefully we can change that."

Indiana set the tone early on Saturday, taking an 11-point lead with just over two minutes left in the first quarter. The Bucks cut the deficit to seven points with roughly nine minutes remaining in the second, but the Pacers closed the half on a 26-9 run and never looked back.

Indiana had success with pushing the ball up the floor, scoring 22 points in transition compared to just five transition points for Milwaukee.

Antetokounmpo still recorded a double-double, finishing with 36 points and 12 rebounds on 14-of-23 shooting. He also added two blocks and one steal.

It's worth noting that the Bucks were without star point guard Damian Lillard, who was ruled out of the contest due to reconditioning. Lillard missed Milwaukee's final 14 regular-season games due to blood clots but is expected to return in Game 2 or Game 3.

Regardless of his availability, Antetokounmpo still wants to see the Bucks play with more urgency moving forward.