1971–72 Milwaukee Bucks season
| 1971–72 Milwaukee Bucks season | |
|---|---|
Division champions | |
| Head coach | Larry Costello |
| Arena | Milwaukee Arena |
| Results | |
| Record | 63–19 (.768) |
| Place | Division: 1st (Midwest) Conference: 2nd (Western) |
| Playoff finish | Conference finals (lost to Lakers 2–4) |
Stats at Basketball Reference | |
| Local media | |
| Television | WISN-TV |
| Radio | WTMJ |
The 1971–72 Milwaukee Bucks season was the fourth season in franchise history. Led by Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, the Bucks finished in first place in the Midwest Division. Abdul-Jabbar won the NBA Most Valuable Player Award ahead of Jerry West and Wilt Chamberlain of the Los Angeles Lakers. On January 9, 1972, the Bucks snapped the Los Angeles Lakers' 33-game winning streak.