Bucks get pounded by Suns in 106-80 defeat

Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY SportsWell, it was a beautiful ride while it lasted.

The Bucks were knocked out of contention for the Summer League title on Thursday, falling to the much better Phoenix Suns 106-80. After being held to 19 points in the first quarter, the Suns outscored the Bucks 87-55 (56-28 in the second half) and above 50 percent from the floor and from three. T.J. Warren led the way with 23 points, and Devin Booker (19p) and Archie Goodwin (18p) were right behind him.

Outside of a hot start from Rashad Vaughn, the Bucks struggled to make shots all day...from anywhere, really. Milwaukee was 40 percent from the field, 31 percent from three, and 57 percent from the line. Vaughn…