Milwaukee Bucks: Grades from 134-123 loss to Denver Nuggets

B. This was unquestionably the worst the defense has looked under Joe Prunty. There appeared to be a number of communication breakdowns, and some of the Bucks’ old tendencies began to show against a well-coached team that moves the ball. <p>In addition to this, Prunty seemed unwilling to lean on his bench in this game, as Jabari Parker and Tyler Zeller were the only non-starters to see more than 15 minutes of action. This was likely due to the early deficit the Bucks saw, but it led to a few starters seeing their minutes rise into the upper 30s chasing a lead they were not going to catch.</p> <p>That being said, Prunty should be commended for the job he has done since taking over. Not only are they 9-3 since he was named head coach, but the team has a different vibe and they are in a much better place since the coaching change. The All-Star break will give the head coach and his staff time to make larger changes to the team if desired.</p>. Interim Head Coach. Milwaukee Bucks. JOE PRUNTY