Pistons Defeat Bucks 129-116 in Milwaukee Showdown
Saturday, November 22, 2025, 8:00 PM ET · Fiserv Forum
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Who won Detroit Pistons vs Milwaukee Bucks?
Detroit Pistons beat Milwaukee Bucks 129-116 at Fiserv Forum on November 22, 2025.
In a compelling NBA matchup, the Detroit Pistons triumphed over the Milwaukee Bucks with a final score of 129-116 at the Fiserv Forum. This victory extends Detroit's impressive record to 15-2, while Milwaukee falls to 8-10. The Pistons have now won 11 consecutive games, showcasing their dominance in the league.
The Bucks entered the game struggling, having lost their last three outings. Their recent form has seen them record a 4-6 mark over the last ten games, with an average of 113.6 points scored and 119.4 points allowed. In contrast, the Pistons have been on a remarkable run, winning all ten of their last games, averaging 120.8 points scored while allowing just 111.1 points.
Milwaukee's home performance has been a mixed bag, with a home record of 2-3 in their last five games. They have averaged 112.4 points in this stretch while allowing 121.0 points. The Pistons, on the other hand, have excelled both at home and on the road, maintaining a perfect away record of 4-0 in their last five games.
Historically, the Pistons have had the upper hand in their recent meetings with the Bucks, leading the season series 1-0. This game marked their fifth consecutive victory over Milwaukee, following a series of wins earlier in the season, including a 140-133 win on April 13, 2025.
In terms of injuries, the Bucks are dealing with the day-to-day status of Kevin Porter Jr. due to a knee issue, which could impact their performance as they continue to seek consistency.
The betting market reflected Detroit's strong form, with odds favoring them significantly in this matchup, as they were priced at -8.5 by the provider.
Conditions for the game were typical for a late November night in Milwaukee, with fans eager to see if the Bucks could turn their fortunes around against a formidable opponent. Viewers were treated to a showcase of offensive prowess, particularly from the Pistons, who executed their game plan effectively.
As the game progressed, notable moments included Jalen Duren's free throws in the fourth quarter, which helped seal the victory for Detroit. The Bucks attempted to rally with late scores, including a three-point shot from Amir Coffey, but ultimately fell short.
The Pistons' ability to maintain their winning streak while the Bucks continue to struggle at home makes this fixture a significant point of discussion in the NBA landscape.
Injury report
- Kevin Porter Jr.Day-To-DayKneeMilwaukee Bucks
Leaders
- PointsRyan Rollins24Milwaukee Bucks
- AssistsRyan Rollins7Milwaukee Bucks
- ReboundsBobby Portis7Milwaukee Bucks
- PointsCade Cunningham29Detroit Pistons
- AssistsCade Cunningham10Detroit Pistons
- ReboundsCade Cunningham8Detroit Pistons
Recent form
Milwaukee Bucks
Last 10: 4-6Streak L3113.6 scored · 119.4 allowed per game2-3 at home
- L114-123vs Philadelphia 76ersNov 21
- L106-118at Cleveland CavaliersNov 18
- L95-119vs Los Angeles LakersNov 16
- W147-134vs Charlotte HornetsNov 15
- L100-111at Charlotte HornetsNov 13
- W116-114at Dallas MavericksNov 11
- L115-122vs Houston RocketsNov 9
- W126-110vs Chicago BullsNov 8
- L100-128at Toronto RaptorsNov 5
- W117-115at Indiana PacersNov 4
Detroit Pistons
Last 10: 10-0Streak W10120.8 scored · 111.1 allowed per game4-0 away
- W120-112at Atlanta HawksNov 19
- W127-112vs Indiana PacersNov 18
- W114-105vs Philadelphia 76ersNov 15
- W124-113vs Chicago BullsNov 13
- W137-135vs Washington WizardsNov 11
- W111-108at Philadelphia 76ersNov 10
- W125-107at Brooklyn NetsNov 8
- W114-103vs Utah JazzNov 6
- W114-106at Memphis GrizzliesNov 4
- W122-110vs Dallas MavericksNov 2
Standings
| Team | Games behind | Lost | Streak | Win % | Won |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Detroit | - | 22 | W3 | .732 | 60 |
| Cleveland | 8 | 30 | W1 | .634 | 52 |
| Milwaukee | 28 | 50 | L1 | .390 | 32 |
| Chicago | 29 | 51 | L2 | .378 | 31 |
| Indiana | 41 | 63 | L2 | .232 | 19 |
Box score
| Stat | Detroit Pistons | Milwaukee Bucks |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 49-78 | 43-84 |
| Field goal % | 63 | 51 |
| Three-pointers | 16-30 | 20-43 |
| Three-point % | 53 | 47 |
| Free throws | 15-24 | 10-12 |
| Free throw % | 63 | 83 |
| Rebounds | 32 | 35 |
| Offensive rebounds | 1 | 6 |
| Defensive rebounds | 31 | 29 |
| Assists | 31 | 29 |
| Steals | 10 | 8 |
| Blocks | 6 | 7 |
| Turnovers | 14 | 15 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 2 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 1 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 1 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 14 | 30 |
| Fast-break points | 15 | 9 |
| Points in the paint | 56 | 42 |
| Fouls | 17 | 19 |
| Largest lead | 29 | 3 |
How the scoring went
- 3rd Quarter93-75AJ Green makes 27-foot three pointer (Myles Turner assists)
- 3rd Quarter96-75Caris LeVert makes 27-foot three point jumper (Jaden Ivey assists)
- 3rd Quarter96-78AJ Green makes 26-foot three point jumper (Andre Jackson Jr. assists)
- 3rd Quarter99-78Cade Cunningham makes 24-foot three pointer
- 3rd Quarter101-78Jaden Ivey makes 13-foot two point shot
- 3rd Quarter102-78Jaden Ivey makes free throw 2 of 2
- 3rd Quarter102-81Ryan Rollins makes 25-foot three point jumper (Andre Jackson Jr. assists)
- 3rd Quarter102-83Gary Trent Jr. makes 14-foot pullup jump shot (Jericho Sims assists)
- 3rd Quarter104-83Ronald Holland II makes layup
- 3rd Quarter104-84Ryan Rollins makes free throw 1 of 2
- 3rd Quarter104-85Ryan Rollins makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter105-85Jalen Duren makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter105-87Gary Harris makes two point shot
- 4th Quarter105-88Gary Harris makes free throw 1 of 1
- 4th Quarter107-88Cade Cunningham makes 16-foot step back jumpshot
- 4th Quarter107-91Gary Trent Jr. makes 23-foot three point jumper (Jericho Sims assists)
- 4th Quarter109-91Cade Cunningham makes 13-foot pullup jump shot
- 4th Quarter110-91Cade Cunningham makes free throw 1 of 1
- 4th Quarter110-93Ryan Rollins makes 15-foot step back jumpshot
- 4th Quarter112-93Ronald Holland II makes driving layup (Cade Cunningham assists)
- 4th Quarter115-93Tobias Harris makes 23-foot three point jumper (Ausar Thompson assists)
- 4th Quarter117-93Cade Cunningham makes 1-foot dunk (Isaiah Stewart assists)
- 4th Quarter117-95Jericho Sims makes 10-foot two point shot (Gary Harris assists)
- 4th Quarter117-98Ryan Rollins makes 26-foot three point step back jumpshot
- 4th Quarter117-101Gary Trent Jr. makes 27-foot three point jumper (Andre Jackson Jr. assists)
- 4th Quarter118-101Tobias Harris makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter118-104Ryan Rollins makes 27-foot three point jumper (Gary Harris assists)
- 4th Quarter121-104Duncan Robinson makes 26-foot three point jumper (Jaden Ivey assists)
- 4th Quarter123-104Jaden Ivey makes two point shot (Jalen Duren assists)
- 4th Quarter123-106Ryan Rollins makes driving layup
- 4th Quarter125-106Tobias Harris makes dunk (Jalen Duren assists)
- 4th Quarter125-108Andre Jackson Jr. makes 5-foot driving floating jump shot (Ryan Rollins assists)
- 4th Quarter126-108Jalen Duren makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter127-108Jalen Duren makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter127-109Thanasis Antetokounmpo makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter127-110Thanasis Antetokounmpo makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter128-110Paul Reed makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter129-110Paul Reed makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter129-113Pete Nance makes 24-foot three point jumper (Amir Coffey assists)
- 4th Quarter129-116Amir Coffey makes 25-foot three point shot (Mark Sears assists)
Win probability
Above the line favours Milwaukee Bucks, below favours Detroit Pistons.
Venue
- Fiserv ForumMilwaukee, WI
- Attendance17341
- OfficialsTyler Ford, Tyler Ricks, Natalie Sago
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