The Bucks had their chances, but the Bulls once again manhandled the Bucks inside in slugging out a their ninth straight win over Milwaukee.

Superstar nights from LeBron James and Chris Bosh helped the Heat overcome the plucky Bucks in overtime, but Bucks fans can feel encouraged by a breakthrough game from John Henson and a solid night from Tobias Harris.

Monta Ellis and the Bucks appeared headed to a fourth straight win midway through the fourth quarter in Charlotte, but Ramon Sessions and the improving Bobcats took control down the stretch to deal the Bucks their first road loss.

Monta Ellis and Brandon Jennings each scored 22 points and dropped nine assists to help the Bucks squeeze past the New Orleans Hornets and star rookie Anthony Davis' career-high 28 points and 11 rebounds.

Minutes have thus far been few and far between for Bucks lottery pick John Henson, but he offered a glimpse of his inside-out game late in Wednesday's blowout win over the Pacers.

The Bucks started hot and the Pacers didn't look ready to play on Wednesday night, propelling the Bucks to a fifth win in seven games.

Brandon Jennings' 33 points and eight assists inspired the Bucks to their third road win in as many tries.

A second win against the Celtics would have been a major statement for the Bucks. But big plays down the stretch from Paul Pierce, Kevin Garnett and Jeff Green nullified a big night from Monta Ellis and dealt the Bucks their 2nd loss of the season.

Another strong effort from the bench and Monta Ellis' best game of the young season helped the Bucks get back on track in Washington.

The Bucks' win in Washington took a late turn for the testy when a hard foul on Monta Ellis led to the ejection of both Bradley Beal and Brandon Jennings.