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Fri Apr 15, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Milwaukee BucksBucks
96
away
Chemistry Tense
Detroit PistonsPistons
101
home
Chemistry Steady

Box Score

TEAM Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 FINAL
Milwaukee BucksBucks 26 30 25 15 96
Detroit PistonsPistons 29 18 28 26 101

After Action Report

The Pistons squeaked past the Bucks 101-96. The Bucks couldn't capitalize even when shots wouldn't fall for the Pistons. The Pistons carried the swagger of a recent blowout into this one; Pistons' defenders refused to give up clean looks. The Bucks looked disjointed — chemistry issues linger. Early returns: the Pistons per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. Style points be damned.

What tipped it

  • Pistons · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
  • Bucks · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
  • Bucks · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.