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Fri Feb 4, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Los Angeles ClippersClippers
99
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Chemistry Hot
Milwaukee BucksBucks
98
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Chemistry Tense

Box Score

TEAM Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 FINAL
Los Angeles ClippersClippers 16 23 29 31 99
Milwaukee BucksBucks 33 25 14 26 98

After Action Report

The Clippers squeaked past the Bucks 99-98. The Bucks couldn't capitalize even when shots wouldn't fall for the Clippers. The Clippers looked unstoppable — pure Buzzsaw mode; Clippers' defenders refused to give up clean looks. The Clippers bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Clippers per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. Style points be damned.

What tipped it

  • Bucks · Crashing An 8+ game losing skid — heads are down, both ends suffer.
  • Bucks · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.
  • Clippers · Buzzsaw An 8+ game winning streak — they cannot be stopped (until the league catches up).
  • Clippers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.