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Sun Jan 30, 2005 · 7:30 PM
Milwaukee BucksBucks
105
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Chemistry Hot
Cleveland CavaliersCavs
97
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Chemistry Tense

Box Score

TEAM Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 FINAL
Milwaukee BucksBucks 24 27 28 26 105
Cleveland CavaliersCavs 29 18 28 22 97

After Action Report

In Cleveland, the Bucks edged the Cavaliers 105-97. The Cavaliers couldn't capitalize even when shots wouldn't fall for the Bucks. Bucks' high-flyers tilted the pace and the rim; Cavaliers' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo. The Bucks bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Bucks per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. Survive-and-advance type win.

What tipped it

  • Bucks · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
  • Bucks · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.