Bucks vs. Raptors Player Grades: Burries shows out, Turner no-shows in second-half collapse

The Milwaukee Bucks surrendered a 15-point lead and collapsed in the second half, falling 121-107 to the Toronto Raptors in their NBA Cup opener. Toronto scored 70 points in the second half to overwhelm Milwaukee's defense. Writer Jack Trehearne assigned player grades for the contest, highlighting rookie Brayden Burries with an 'A+' for his 21-point, 11-rebound performance while giving Myles Turner an 'F' after a scoreless outing.

Trehearne praised Tyler Herro, awarding him a 'B+' after recording 23 points and 10 assists. In contrast, the writer criticized Turner for shooting 0-of-7 from the field and lacking physicality. Bucks head coach Taylor Jenkins expressed frustration postgame over defensive rebounding failures and excessive fouling, though he noted Turner took accountability for his performance in front of teammates.