MILWAUKEE (AP) — Detroit Pistons guard Jaden Ivey made his long-awaited return Saturday night feeling hopeful that everything he’s endured this year will make him a stronger player moving forward.

Ivey played for the first time since breaking his left fibula over 10 1/2 months ago as the Pistons beat the Milwaukee Bucks 129-116 on Sunday for their 12th consecutive victory.

“Obviously, everyone goes through trials in life,” Ivey said. “This was needed for me to boost my patience and my perseverance. Lord willing, I don’t go through another trial like this, but if I do, it’s definitely going to help me.”

Saturday marked Ivey’s first game action since Jan. 1, when he and Cole Anthony collided while pursuing a loose ball during a 105-96 Pistons victory over the Orlando Magic. As the tw

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