Boston Celtics Extend Winning Streak
With a record far ahead of the rest of the league, the Boston Celtics tally another key win after escaping the Giannis Antetokounmpo-less Bucks.
Game Highlights
- Jayson Tatum had 31 points and 8 rebounds
- Derrick White added 23 points and 8 assists
- Jaylen Brown had 21 points
- Payton Pritchard scored 19 points
The victory stretched Boston’s home winning streak to 10 games and improved the Celtics’ home record to 32-3, while hiking their league-beat mark to 55-14.
Key Players
- Jayson Tatum: 31 points, 8 rebounds
- Derrick White: 23 points, 8 assists
- Jaylen Brown: 21 points
- Payton Pritchard: 19 points
The Bucks received 22 points from Khris Middleton, while Damian Lillard led the scoring with 32 points for the Celtics.
Injuries and Absences
Milwaukee’s Giannis Antetokounmpo missed the game due to a hamstring injury, while Jrue Holiday and Sam Hauser were absent for the Celtics.
Game Progress
The Celtics led by 6 points until Damian Lillard made a three-pointer at the final buzzer. Boston had a 101-83 lead entering the fourth quarter.
Overall, the Boston Celtics showcased a dominant performance against the Milwaukee Bucks, securing their position as one of the top teams in the league.