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Wed Feb 23, 2005 · 8:00 PM
New Jersey NetsNets
109
away
Chemistry Tense
Milwaukee BucksBucks
125
home
Chemistry Steady

Box Score

TEAM Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 FINAL
New Jersey NetsNets 28 27 22 32 109
Milwaukee BucksBucks 29 27 36 33 125

After Action Report

In Milwaukee, the Bucks downed the Nets 125-109. The breakneck pace played right into Bucks' hands. The Bucks came in with something to prove after a loss; the Bucks pushed the pace until the other side broke. The Bucks locker room is humming, and it showed. Early returns: the Bucks per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.

What tipped it

  • Bucks · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
  • Bucks · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
  • Nets · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
  • Nets · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.