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Bucks Secure No. 5 Playoff Seed with Win Over Pistons

Giannis Antetokounmpo's triple-double and a tense on-court moment with Malik Beasley defined Milwaukee's 125-119 victory.

Giannis Antetokounmpo #34 of the Milwaukee Bucks is defended by Cade Cunningham #2 of the Detroit Pistons in the first half a game at Fiserv Forum on November 02, 2022 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
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Overview

  • The Milwaukee Bucks clinched the Eastern Conference's No. 5 seed with a 125-119 win over the Detroit Pistons on April 12, 2025.
  • Giannis Antetokounmpo led the Bucks with a standout triple-double, recording 32 points, 15 assists, and 11 rebounds.
  • The victory extended Milwaukee's dominance over Detroit, marking their 12th consecutive win and 24th out of 25 meetings since 2018.
  • A late-game altercation occurred when Giannis blocked Malik Beasley's shot, celebrated, and offered to help him up, which Beasley rejected, escalating tensions.
  • The Pistons, led by Cade Cunningham's 36 points, secured the No. 6 seed and will face the New York Knicks in the playoffs, while the Bucks prepare to meet the Indiana Pacers.