Sports Briefs: Highlights from a Thrilling Weekend

The sports weekend saw Giannis Antetokounmpo return for the Bucks, Orlando Magic's surprise win over the Nuggets, and Lamar Jackson sidelined for the Ravens. Meanwhile, the NHL had a shootout thriller, Hockey Canada issued an apology, and teams like Minnesota and BYU secured dramatic bowl victories.

This weekend in sports, Milwaukee Bucks superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo made a triumphant return from a calf strain against the Chicago Bulls. The stellar forward, back after 24 days, scored 15 points, ensuring a robust start despite his restricted playtime.

In a nail-biting NBA matchup, the Orlando Magic edged out the Denver Nuggets 127-126, with Anthony Black scoring a career-high 38 points. Despite a triple-double from Nikola Jokic, the Nuggets' excess turnovers proved costly.

Off the field, the Ravens benched QB Lamar Jackson due to a back injury, and Hockey Canada apologized after their team's handshake omission post their World Junior Championship win. The NHL and college football also saw thrilling developments, with shootouts and last-minute victories shaping the outcomes.

(With inputs from agencies.)