Boston Celtics hold off Bucks for 109-102 victory at TD Garden
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 5, 2026, 3:13 AM
Last updated Nov 5, 2026

The Boston Celtics secured a 109-102 win against the Milwaukee Bucks on November 4 at TD Garden. Despite a strong start and a 21-point halftime lead, the Celtics faced a tough second half as the Bucks surged back and even took a lead in the fourth quarter. Derrick White and Paul George played pivotal roles down the stretch, scoring crucial points to maintain the lead. White finished with 24 points, and George led the team with 25 points. This victory improved Boston's record to 6-2 for the season, maintaining their undefeated status at home. The Celtics played without star forward Jayson Tatum, who was rested, and point guard Payton Pritchard, who left the game with an eye injury.
- •Celtics lead by 21 at halftime before Bucks rally
- •Derrick White scores 24 points, Paul George adds 25
- •Celtics improve to 6-2 and remain undefeated at home
- •Tatum rested, Pritchard exits with right eye abrasion
- 3:13 AMYahoo Sports — Boston Celtics survive second-half woes, prevail 109-102 over Milwaukee Bucks
"The Boston Celtics held on to a 109-102 win on Wednesday night, and they managed to do so without star forward Jayson Tatum active.
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