FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
April 8, 2025
Contact: Buckner Bandits Media Relations
Bustamante Dominates as Bucks Hold Off Late Surge from Bandits
In front of a roaring crowd of 20,509 at Fiserv Forum, the MKE Bucks outlasted the Buckner Bandits 133–123 in a high-octane league showdown that showcased elite individual performances and fierce competitiveness from start to finish.
The headline of the night was the unstoppable force in the paint: J. Bustamante, who delivered a monster performance with 30 points, 24 rebounds, and 3 blocks. The Bandits had no answer for the Bucks' big man, who imposed his will down low and controlled the boards from the opening tip. His +26 plus-minus rating reflected his undeniable impact, as he anchored the Bucks’ frontcourt on both ends of the floor.
The Bucks exploded in the second quarter, outscoring the Bandits 46–23 to take a commanding halftime lead. While the Bandits clawed back with 35-point bursts in both the third and fourth quarters, it wasn’t enough to overcome the early deficit.
Buckner’s own stars came to play, with K. Moore leading all scorers with 36 points, including 6 threes and a perfect 2-for-2 from the line. M. Hunt added 35 points, combining deadly perimeter shooting and relentless drives to keep the Bandits within striking distance.
Rookie center Greyson Tobin pulled down 14 rebounds and recorded 3 blocks in a gritty 48-minute effort, but struggled offensively against Bustamante's overwhelming presence.
The Bucks benefited from a well-rounded attack, with A. Moisidis and A. Barth each contributing 30+ points and making clutch shots in the first half to build the cushion that kept the Bandits at bay.
Despite the loss, the Bandits showed resilience and fire in the second half. Head Coach Lit praised his squad’s hustle: “We didn’t fold. We fought back hard in the second half, and we’ll carry that energy forward.”
Game Highlights:
MKE Bucks 133, Buckner Bandits 123
J. Bustamante (MKE): 30 PTS, 24 REB, 6 AST, 3 BLK
K. Moore (Buc): 36 PTS, 5 AST, 6-14 3FG
M. Hunt (Buc): 35 PTS, 5 REB, 6-7 FT
A. Barth (MKE): 34 PTS, 4 AST, 14-21 FG
A. Moisidis (MKE): 30 PTS, 10 REB, 13-20 FG
Up Next:
The Buckner Bandits (1-1) return home next week against the Berlin Lawnflamingos (ranked 618) who just upset a very good Wahoo Warriors team. With young talent like Greyson Tobin continuing to develop and veterans like Moore and Hunt leading the way, the Bandits are poised to bounce back stronger.