MILWAUKEE, Wisconsin, (Reuters) – The Milwaukee  Bucks produced a strong attacking display to beat the Cleveland  Cavaliers 92-85 on Saturday, capitalising on the absence of LeBron James, who was rested by Cavs coach Mike Brown.

The Bucks pulled away early in the third quarter,  outscoring Cleveland 11-0 in a three-minute burst to take a  58-45 lead. The Cavaliers cut the lead to seven before the end  of the quarter but were unable to get any closer.

Brandon Jennings led the Bucks with 25 points as all five  starters scored in double digits. Carlos Delfino had a  double-double with 16 points and 13 rebounds as did Luc Mbah a  Moute who had 11 rebounds and 10 points.

Newly acquired Antawn Jamison had a game-high 30 points for  Cleveland with 11 rebounds, while Delonte West contributed 27  in almost 32 minutes off the bench.

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