The Bucks are the most dominant road team ever

Clutch performances

The importance of the Bucks’ veteran presence is underscored by the team’s unrivaled clutch performances. This team simply knows how to finish close games.

The Bucks’ net rating when the game is within 5 points with less than 5 minutes left is +25.6. The Bucks’ net rating when the game is within 3 points with less than 5 minutes left is +15.9.

While one might dismiss these stats due to them only accounting for a small portion of the game, NBA games are frequently decided in the closing stretches of the game. That the Bucks have not only stayed above water but actually dominated these minutes is proof that the team will not shake easily.

This is an essential trait for competitive teams to have on the road when facing hostile crowds.

Furthermore, this shows a consistent maturity that, at times, last year’s team lacked. If you’ve watched the Bucks closely this year, you likely don’t feel like they would squander a 2-0 playoff lead as they did last year.

Mental fortitude is an important feature for playoff teams, and the Bucks should tap into their confident mentalities to solidify their standing as the best road team in NBA history.