Well, that was an unexpected thriller. In an overtime finish, the Bucks were able to survive against the Boston Celtics by a score of 131-125 at Fiserv Forum.
Newly acquired Mike Muscala was massive for the Celtics in the first quarter. Boston held the lead for the majority of the period thanks to him.. Milwaukee went on a mini drought to close out the frame, which the visitors took advantage of. The Celtics carried a 35-27 lead after one.
Boston’s shooting would come down more to Earth in the second, but they still stayed in front. Some foul calls began to hurt the Bucks, which the Celtics complimented with some scoring.