The Milwaukee Bucks 1985–86 relied on Terry Cummings and Sidney Moncrief as their primary scoring threats, with Paul Pressey providing versatile all-around production and directing the offense as the chief playmaker. Jack Sikma added efficient interior scoring and rebounding, giving the frontcourt a steady presence. The statistics indicate a balanced team built on shared offensive responsibility, strong rebounding, and consistent contributions across its core rotation.
Widely regarded as one of the best two‑way guards of the 1980s — known for tenacious perimeter defense and consistent two‑way production for the Milwaukee Bucks.
MVP-7, DPOY-3, AS, NBA2, DEF1
Terry Cummings
Tier‑1 Scoring Forward
32.5
High
19.8
8.5
2.4
2.1
16.40
Was the Bucks’ primary frontcourt scorer/rebounder in 1985‑86, leading the team in rebounds and providing interior scoring and toughness.
MVP-11
Paul Pressey
Tier‑1 Swiss‑Army Forward / Point‑Forward
33.8
High
14.3
5.0
7.8
≈3.0
14.05
Functioned as a “point-forward” — handled ball‑handling and playmaking despite forward size, leading the Bucks in assists and adding defensive value with steals/blocks.
MVP-13, DEF1
Ricky Pierce
Tier‑2 Sixth‑Man Scorer / Scoring Punch
26.5
Mid
13.9
2.9
2.2
≈1.1
9.05
Provided reliable scoring off the bench (or in limited-start role) — a valuable scoring option when starters rested. Depth scoring asset. Stats confirm 13.9 PPG in his 26.5 MPG.
6MOY-2
Craig Hodges
Tier‑2 Shooter / 3‑Point Wing
26.3
Mid
10.8
1.8
3.5
≈1.1
8.10
Served as perimeter shooting/spacing option — added 3‑point shooting and some play‑making. His minutes and role suggest bench/rotation usage rather than star status.
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Alton Lister
Tier‑2 Backup Big + Rim Protector
22.4
Low‑Mid
9.8
7.3
1.2
≈2.4
10.35
As reserve center, contributed meaningful rebounding and interior defense — his size and rim protection gave relief minutes while holding defensive integrity. Per 1985‑86 depth data.
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Randy Breuer
Tier‑2 Backup Center
21.9
Low‑Mid
8.4
5.6
1.4
≈1.0
8.20
Provided depth at center — modest rebounding and inside defense in a lower-usage role, useful for rotation stability though limited offensive upside. Data from 1985‑86 stats.
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Charles Davis
Tier‑3 Spot‑Up Wing / Role Player
15.3
Low
7.7
3.0
1.0
≈0.6
6.15
Saw limited minutes and role; contributed modestly when called upon, but not part of core rotation. Stats from team sheet show low MP and production.
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Jeff Lamp
Tier‑3 Spot Minutes Wing
15.9
Low
6.3
2.8
1.5
≈0.6
5.60
Used sparingly; limited offense and likely used in garbage time or situational minutes. Stats reflect minimal role.
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Kenny Fields
Tier‑3 Bench Wing/Forward
14.4
Low
6.4
2.6
1.0
≈0.9
5.45
Low-usage bench depth — minimal impact per game; likely spot minutes rather than consistent rotation.