Bucks fend off late Celtics rally in 103-100 win
Posted March 29, 2017 7:00 am
BOSTON (AP) - Giannis Antetokounmpo had 22 points and nine rebounds, and the Milwaukee Bucks knocked the Boston Celtics out first place in the Eastern Conference with a 103-100 victory on Wednesday night.
Malcolm Brogdon, one of the leading contenders for NBA Rookie of the Year, finished with 16 points and nine assists. He had six key points in the final 2:46 to help Milwaukee fend off a late Boston charge.
The Bucks (39-36) have won five of six, including four straight on the road.
Boston Celtics guard Avery Bradley (0) drives to the basket ahead of Milwaukee Bucks forward Thon Maker, left, during the first half of an NBA basketball game, Wednesday, March 29, 2017, in Boston. (AP Photo/Mary Schwalm)
The Associated Press
Boston Celtics guard Isaiah Thomas (4) is fouled by Milwaukee Bucks guard Malcolm Brogdon (13) as he goes up for a shot during the first half of an NBA basketball game, Wednesday, March 29, 2017, in Boston. (AP Photo/Mary Schwalm)
The Associated Press
Boston Celtics forward Jae Crowder (99) reacts to a call during the first half of an NBA basketball game against the Milwaukee Bucks, Wednesday, March 29, 2017, in Boston. (AP Photo/Mary Schwalm)
The Associated Press
Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo (34) reacts after hitting a basket during the first half of an NBA basketball game against the Boston Celtics, Wednesday, March 29, 2017, in Boston. (AP Photo/Mary Schwalm)
The Associated Press
Milwaukee Bucks guard Malcolm Brogdon (13) puts up a shot ahead of Boston Celtics forward Amir Johnson (90) and Avery Bradley (0) during the first half of an NBA basketball game, Wednesday, March 29, 2017, in Boston. (AP Photo/Mary Schwalm)
The Associated Press
Article Comments
Guidelines: Keep it civil and on topic; no profanity, vulgarity, slurs or personal attacks. People who harass others or joke about tragedies will be blocked.
If a comment violates these standards or our terms of service, click the "flag" link in the lower-right corner of the comment box. To find our more, read our FAQ.