Sun Apr 13 17:30:00 UTC 2025: ## Bucks Rest Stars, But Kuzma Plays in Season Finale Against Pistons
**MILWAUKEE, WI** – The Milwaukee Bucks will conclude their regular season today against the Detroit Pistons, but with their playoff seeding already secured (5th in the Eastern Conference), the game will be largely a formality. The Bucks will be without nearly all of their key players, including Giannis Antetokounmpo, AJ Green, Kevin Porter Jr., Taurean Prince, Gary Trent Jr., and Ryan Rollins, as they rest ahead of their first-round playoff matchup against the Indiana Pacers next week.
Surprisingly, forward Kyle Kuzma will see playing time despite the low stakes. Coach Doc Rivers confirmed the absence of the other players but stated Kuzma’s availability. While Kuzma’s minutes may be limited, the decision to play him is unusual. The team may be aiming to give him additional game experience before the playoffs begin.
Kuzma, acquired from the Washington Wizards at the trade deadline, has averaged 14.2 points, 5.7 rebounds, and 2.2 assists per game this season for Milwaukee. His contributions will be crucial in the postseason, especially with the uncertainty surrounding star guard Damian Lillard’s recovery from a blood clot.
Despite the largely rested roster, the Bucks aim to finish the season on a high note against the Pistons. The team enters the playoffs with strong momentum and high hopes.
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