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The Celtics edge the Milwaukee Bucks 109-102 as Paul George (25 points, 5 assists, 4 steals) and Derrick White (24 points, 7 assists) carry the team in the final minutes. Mitchell Robinson delivers his best performance yet, while bench contributors Baylor Scheierman and Luka Garza spark key runs. The recap also notes Payton Pritchard’s injury, the big‑man rotation, and previews the Celtics’ upcoming road trip.
Paul George praises Celtics guard Derrick White’s “unwavering confidence” and even‑keel mentality after Boston’s 109-102 win over the Milwaukee Bucks. George highlights White’s defensive grit, shot‑blocking, rebounding and clutch free‑throw shooting – he went 9‑for‑9 from the line while scoring 24 points, adding seven assists, four rebounds and two blocks. The veteran forward, who joined Boston in the offseason trade for Jaylen Brown, says White’s battle‑tested composure helped the team retain a 22‑point lead and secure a 6‑2 start to the season. The Celtics now head to Charlotte for their next game.
At first, it looked like the Boston Celtics had a blowout on their hands. An easy win over a 1-6 Milwaukee Bucks team. But the third quarter turned the whole game on its head.
The Boston Celtics hold off a late surge to beat the Milwaukee Bucks 109-102 on Nov. 4, 2026, despite trailing by 21 at halftime. Both teams' top scorers finish with 25 points—Tyler Herro for Boston and Paul George for Milwaukee. The Bucks outscore the Celtics 61-47 in the second half, cutting the deficit to three, but costly turnovers (10 in the first half, many in the second) and poor rim attacks stall their comeback. Celtics’ early 15-0 run and solid play from Nate Ament and Myles Turner spark the win, while Milwaukee’s improved third‑quarter shooting (14/21) isn’t enough.
The Celtics hold off a furious Bucks comeback to win 109-102 on Nov. 4, 2026. Boston jumps out to a 22‑point lead, 62-41 at halftime, thanks to early firepower from Paul George (25 points) and Derrick White (24 points). The Bucks rally in the second half, briefly taking the lead with 6:50 left, but Boston regains control as George nails a clutch three and White adds key free throws. Jayson Tatum sits out, and Payton Pritchard exits with an eye abrasion. Both teams shoot evenly (41% FG), yet Boston’s resilience and late‑game execution secure the victory. The Celtics next face the NBA Cup in Charlotte Friday night.
Payton Pritchard left the Celtics' 109-102 win over the Milwaukee Bucks in the third quarter after sustaining a right‑eye abrasion from a foul. He had contributed 10 points and five rebounds in 18 minutes off the bench, while the team outscored Milwaukee by seven points during his stint. Originally listed as questionable with a shoulder contusion, Pritchard was cleared to play before tip‑off. Coach Joe Mazzulla confirmed the guard is fine, though he has struggled this season, averaging 13.4 points and 3.4 assists.
Hornets forward Kon Knueppel exits the season‑opener against the Brooklyn Nets after just six minutes due to left‑leg soreness, ending his night early. The former Duke star had missed the team's first eight games recovering from a preseason hamstring strain and was on a tentative return as Charlotte tries to snap a four‑game slide. Knueppel recorded no field goals, went 3‑0 from the line and committed two turnovers before the injury. The Hornets next face the Boston Celtics on Friday in an NBA Cup Group Stage at the Spectrum Center.
Jaylen Brown's rare misstep steals the spotlight in the Philadelphia 76ers' 48-31 lead over the Detroit Pistons on November 5, 2026. After intercepting a pass, Brown lost his balance and bobbled a wide-open layup, prompting a bewildered smile and a replay of the missed shot. The error doesn’t dent the 76ers’ momentum—they head into halftime ahead 56-42, with Brown on fire at 23 points on 8‑for‑12 shooting. Now averaging 20.6 points, 6.9 rebounds and 4.3 assists, the former 2024 Celtics MVP continues to shape the league’s most stacked roster.
The Boston Celtics will open the line against the Milwaukee Bucks without star Jayson Tatum, who sits out his first game of the season for rest. Derrick White, Paul George, Hugo Gonzalez, Sam Hauser and Neemias Queta start, giving Hauser his first start of the year after averaging 7.1 points and 41.2% from three. Payton Pritchard remains questionable with a shoulder contusion. Boston enters the matchup 5-2, while Milwaukee is 1-7 and will start Tyler Herro, Jaime Jaquez Jr., Kyle Kuzma, Brayden Burries and Myles Turner. Game tips off at 7:30 p.m. ET.
With Jayson Tatum sidelined against the Bucks, the Celtics desperately need Payton Pritchard to break out of his shooting slump and ignite his season.
The Boston Celtics have started Neemias Queta at center in each of their last two games, and they need to keep him in this role moving forward.
Jayson Tatum gets the night off tonight, but the upside is that the Boston Celtics have been through this exact rodeo before. Hence, games like tonight won't feel completely unfamiliar.
The Milwaukee Bucks (1‑6) travel to TD Garden on Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2026, to face the Boston Celtics (5‑2) at 7:30 PM ET. The game airs on Bucks TV Network and NBC Sports Boston, with a live stream on Fubo (free trial available). The Bucks come off a 112‑100 loss to Minnesota, highlighted by Tyler Herro’s 21 points, while the Celtics dropped a 109‑93 game to Houston despite Jayson Tatum’s 19 points. Both teams are looking to rebound, making the matchup a must‑watch.
As the Warriors halt Kristaps Porziņģis’ salary amid a worsening mystery illness, Brad Stevens’ trade decision looks more brilliant by the day for the Celtics.
With a brutal 16-game November schedule ahead, the Boston Celtics resting Jayson Tatum against the Bucks is a masterclass in workload management.
The Celtics host the struggling Bucks for Game #8 on Nov. 4, 2026, aiming for a fifth straight home win. Boston sits 5‑2 overall and third in the East, while Milwaukee is 1‑6 and 14th. Celtics starters likely include Derrick White, Hugo Gonzalez, Paul George, Jordan Walsh and Neemias Queta, with Jayson Tatum out for rest and Devin Carter sidelined by mononucleosis. The Bucks, now built around Tyler Herro, Brayden Burries and Kyle Kuzma after a blockbuster Giannis trade, will start Burries, Herro, Jaime Jaquez Jr., Kuzma and Miles Turner. Both teams have several injuries and lineup experiments ahead of a busy schedule.
In a new Celtics Daily episode, analyst Bobby Manning outlines how Boston’s system has reshaped Jayson Tatum’s game this season ahead of his first rest day against Milwaukee. He reviews early‑season stats, breaking down performances against Detroit, Brooklyn, Chicago, Orlando and a standout showing versus the Rockets, plus how Paul George’s role impacts Tatum. Manning also argues Tatum merits MVP recognition, tying the analysis to a PrizePicks partnership.
The Boston Celtics Daily Links roundup for Nov. 4, 2026 highlights a growing debate over center Mitchell Robinson’s fit and performance, alongside the latest injury updates for Jayson Tatum and Payton Pritchard ahead of the Bucks matchup. Articles discuss Robinson’s regression stats, possible offseason moves, and whether Neemias Queta has seized the starting role. The feed also features previews, power‑rankings, and commentary on Paul George’s impact, plus a photo of Neemias Queta from the Nov. 2 game in Houston.
Boston’s latest link roundup zeroes in on Mitchell Robinson’s under‑whelming start, sparking debate over his fit and whether his struggles could derail Jayson Tatum’s MVP push. The preview for the Celtics‑Bucks game highlights Tatum’s possible injury, the need for secondary scoring from Derrick White and Payton Pritchard, and Paul George’s impact on the roster. Analysts also discuss Luka Garza’s role, roster tweaks, and early‑season power‑ranking shifts as the Celtics seek to rebound from a snapped five‑game streak.
Fox Sports’ Nick Wright publicly blasts ESPN’s Stephen A. Smith for his 2026 midterm election commentary, accusing him of vague political branding that alienates viewers. Wright, a rising voice on FS1’s First Things First, points to Smith’s focus on “woke ideology” and identity politics rather than the Democrats’ sweeping victories, and highlights their ongoing feud after earlier exchanges over a Jaylen Brown remark. The article details Smith’s inconsistent political persona—from courting right‑wing figures to brief presidential speculation—suggesting his analysis serves personal hype more than substantive insight.
In the latest Big 3 NBA Podcast, Sherrod Blakely, Gary Washburn, and Kwani Lunis dissect the Celtics’ 112‑107 loss to Houston that ended their five‑game winning streak. The hosts evaluate which role players have stepped up for Jayson Tatum and highlight those still lagging, then turn their attention to a potential Mitchell Robinson dilemma, questioning whether his limited impact threatens the big‑man rotation. The episode offers a deep dive into Boston’s supporting cast and the tweaks needed to sustain momentum.
Former NBA guard Evan Turner recalled receiving a $250,000 offer from the Los Angeles Lakers during free agency before eventually signing a two-year, $6.7 million contract with the Boston Celtics. The post Evan Turner says Lakers offered him $250,000 appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Mitchell Robinson, signed to a three‑year, $47 million deal, posts a career‑low 4.5 rebounds and a -16 point per 100 possessions rating in Boston’s first two weeks, prompting coach Joe Mazzulla to note his role has shifted away from the rim. Meanwhile, Jayson Tatum will sit out Wednesday’s game against Milwaukee after seven straight starts, averaging 27.0 points and 7.9 assists. Knicks rookie Nolan Traoré shines, shooting 47.5% overall and 50% from three, while Nets forward Josh Minott struggles for minutes after a new two‑year, $9 million contract. Sixers rookie Labaron Philon Jr. has logged only 34 minutes in five games, focusing on learning from veterans.
NBA legend Tracy McGrady likens the upcoming Celtics‑Sixers showdown on Nov. 10, 2026, to the famed 2004 Shaq‑Kobe split. He says Jaylen Brown’s “something to prove” vibe and Jayson Tatum’s calmness will recreate the tension of Shaq leaving Kobe, especially after an icy preseason meeting on Oct. 11 where the former Boston mates avoided eye contact. McGrady predicts the first regular‑season face‑off at Philadelphia’s Xfinity Mobile Arena could be as dramatic as the 2004 Christmas Day battle, making this matchup a must‑watch.
The Boston Celtics head into Wednesday’s game against the Milwaukee Bucks with Jayson Tatum and Payner Pritchard listed as questionable. Tatum, the team’s leading scorer at 27.0 points per game, will sit out after the Celtics confirmed his rest status, while Pritchard (13.4 ppg, 3.4 assists) misses with a right‑shoulder contusion. Their absences could boost minutes for Baylor Scheierman, Jordan Walsh, Sam Hauser, Mike Conley or Ron Harper Jr. Boston sits at 5‑2, while the Bucks struggle at 1‑6, making the injury news a key storyline ahead of the matchup.