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Paul George scores 25, Celtics hold off Bucks for 109-102 victory

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Last updated Nov 5, 2026

Paul George scores 25, Celtics hold off Bucks for 109-102 victory
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Paul George scored 25 points as the Boston Celtics defeated the Milwaukee Bucks 109-102 at TD Garden on November 5. The Celtics held a 22-point lead before nearly losing it in the fourth quarter. Without Jayson Tatum, George stepped up, contributing nine crucial points in the final minutes. Coach Joe Mazzulla praised George's leadership, emphasizing the importance of managing his playing time effectively. Despite defensive lapses, the team managed to pull together for the win, which may provide valuable experience as they navigate challenges this season.

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  • •Boston Celtics win 109-102 against Milwaukee Bucks.
  • •Paul George scored a team-high 25 points.
  • •Celtics almost lost a 22-point lead in the fourth quarter.
  • •Jayson Tatum rested for the first time this season.
  • •Celtics showed resilience and teamwork without Tatum.
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  • 3:46 PMYahoo Sports — Celtics’ Paul George: 'I won’t lie. No. I’m still trying to figure it out myself’
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Paul George scored a team-high 25 points in the Celtics’ 109-102 win over the Milwaukee Bucks at TD Garden on Wednesday.

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