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https://www.wcvb.com/article/bucks-beat-celtics-dec-11-2025/69704441
The Celtics 5-game winning streak came to an unexpected end against a Giannis-less Bucks team. A disastrous 2nd half would end what was a promising stretch of games and send Boston back to the drawing board.
In the first quarter the Celtics would come out firing, scoring 35 points on 62% from the floor and 63% from three. Jaylen Brown and Jordan Walsh were perfect from the field, combining for 21 points on 8/8 shooting.
Neemias Queta would play just under 5 minutes in the first quarter, and it was evident on the defensive side of the ball.