The Boston Celtics had an impressive victory over the Milwaukee Bucks, with Jaylen Brown scoring 30 points and Payton Pritchard contributing 28 points off the bench, including eight 3-pointers. Jayson Tatum added 15 points and Derrick White had 13 points and eight assists for the Celtics. On the other side, Damian Lillard led the Bucks with 33 points, followed by Giannis Antetokounmpo with 30 points.
The game was tight until late in the third quarter when Pritchard’s 3-pointer gave Boston an eight-point lead. The Celtics then went on a 7-0 run to extend their lead to 15 points. Pritchard’s sharpshooting from beyond the arc was a key factor in the game, as he made 8 of 12 3-point attempts.
The Bucks, who were coming off a loss to the Brooklyn Nets, showed resilience but ultimately couldn’t keep up with the Celtics’ offense. Boston’s proficiency in 3-point shooting was evident once again, as they made 18 of 47 attempts from long range.
Looking ahead, the Bucks will face the Memphis Grizzlies to close out their three-game road trip, while the Celtics will visit the Indiana Pacers. Boston’s success in making 3-point shots and their depth in scoring, with players like Pritchard stepping up, will be crucial for their continued success in the season. The Bucks will need to regroup and find ways to bounce back from their recent losses in order to stay competitive in the Eastern Conference.