The Boston Celtics expected to have a three-headed monster entering the 2017-18 NBA campaign. And while the injury to Gordon Hayward altered that outlook, Thursday night showed the Celtics’ dynamic duo still is plenty lethal. Kyrie Irving and Al Horford always were going to need some time to develop chemistry, but it appears the two stars are well ahead of schedule after they combined for 51 points in the C’s 96-89 win over the Milwaukee Bucks at BMO Bradley Center. For the first time this season, Irving looked like the “Uncle Drew” from Cleveland, as he showed a variety of offensive moves, including a devastating crossover on Giannis Antetoko... NESN.com
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Celtics Plan To Capitalize On Chance To Clinch No. 1 Seed Wednesday Night
Share this: The Boston Celtics wrap up the regular season Wednesday night and can clinch the No. 1 seed in the Eastern Conference with a win over the Milwaukee Bucks. The Bucks have decided to sit some of their starters Wednesday which bodes well for the Celtics’ pursuit of the top spot. For more on the Celtics’ chance to clinch the number one seed, watch Emerson Lotzia’s report from Celtics practice in the video above from “NESN Sport’s Today,” presented by People’s United Bank. More Stories Source link
Brad Stevens Knows Celtics Must ‘Find Some Answers’ For Talented Bucks
BOSTON — The Boston Celtics had only seen the Milwaukee Bucks once before their 103-100 loss Wednesday night, but the Bucks clearly present a challenge to the Celtics. Milwaukee’s ability to put rangy, athletic lineups on the floor bothered Boston for most of the night, especially during the first half. And if the two teams were to meet in the NBA playoffs, the Celtics will need to figure out how to attack the Bucks. “They’ve been one of the best teams in the East over the last month and a half,” Celtics coach Brad Stevens said. “So, I’m not surprised by their level and their level is really high. When we go small