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Sun Jan 30, 2005 · 7:30 PM
Milwaukee BucksBucks
139
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Chemistry Hot
Cleveland CavaliersCavs
114
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Chemistry Tense

Box Score

TEAM Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 FINAL
Milwaukee BucksBucks 29 31 40 39 139
Cleveland CavaliersCavs 18 22 42 32 114

After Action Report

The Bucks ran roughshod over the Cavaliers 139-114. The breakneck pace played right into Bucks' hands. Fresh off a statement win, the Bucks stayed locked in; the Bucks pushed the pace until the other side broke. The Bucks bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Bucks per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. It was over by halftime.

What tipped it

  • Cavaliers · Crashing An 8+ game losing skid — heads are down, both ends suffer.
  • Cavaliers · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.
  • Bucks · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
  • Bucks · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.