Ian Holloway believes the double save by former Cardiff keeper David Forde changed the game Millwall's way. The second save, point blank from Adam Le Fondre was a pivotal moment.
"We actually got something we deserved," said Holloway. "The double save from my goalie changed the course of the game. Lately they've been going in.
"I don't want Danny having to score the winner, that's what my forwards should be doing so I need to have a word with them.
"But it was nice for him to go up and whack one in with his head. He's very special and I'm delighted he's on the mend. If anyone sums up this place then it's that fella."
Russell Slade saw his side lose for the first time and was disappointed with the players reaction to going a goal down.
"We created the two best opportunities," said Slade, whose winning start as Cardiff manager came grinding to a halt.
"If Danny hadn't got his hand to that ball Pilkington would have put it in.
"We also had the double save from their keeper, although you have to give him credit for that.
"But I've learned a lot about my players today and we will keep improving. We are making forward steps now."