Bucks vs Celtics: Celtics Edge Bucks 109-102 in Boston Showdown

The Boston Celtics defeated the Milwaukee Bucks 109-102 on Wednesday night, keeping Boston unbeaten at home and sending the Bucks to a 1-7 record, including a 0-4 road slate.

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Boston never fell behind through three quarters, building a 22‑point lead in the second and entering halftime up by 21. Milwaukee rallied in the third, outscoring Boston 26‑12 to bring the game within single digits.

celtics vs bucks scoring breakdown

Paul George led the Celtics with 25 points and five triples. Derrick White contributed 24 points and seven assists, while Baylor Scheierman added nine points and 11 rebounds off the bench.

For the Bucks, Tyler Herro accounted for 25 points, 18 of which came in the third quarter. Jaime Jaquez Jr. added 18 points, and the team’s best stretch came with a 26‑12 run that narrowed the gap.

derrick white's contribution

Derrick White was instrumental in the closing minutes, converting a decisive sequence that pushed Boston ahead 102‑97 with just over two minutes left. His play helped the Celtics outscore Milwaukee 12‑5 in the final three minutes.

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The Celtics shot 41% from beyond the arc, making 16 of 39 three‑point attempts. Boston’s Jayson Tatum rested, marking his first missed game of the season, while Payton Pritchard missed the fourth quarter due to a right‑eye abrasion.

Milwaukee’s Nate Ament tied the game at 91 with a layup and later took the lead at 92‑91 after a free throw, but Boston reclaimed the advantage through White’s late heroics.

Boston improved to 5‑0 at home, while the Bucks remain winless on the road. The Bucks will look to rebound when they host Toronto on Friday, and the Celtics start a four‑game road trip at Charlotte the same night.

Sources: ESPN, NBA.com, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel.