Celtics mantle 20-point win on Bucks, 117-97

The Boston Celtics secured a comfortable 117-97 victory over the Milwaukee Bucks at Fiserv Forum, earning their eighth win of the season. After overcoming an early double-digit deficit in the first quarter, Boston dominated the remaining three quarters behind 27 points from Paul George and 21 points from Jayson Tatum.

Kyle Kuzma started strong for Milwaukee with 14 quick points, but Boston responded with strong defensive play and an offensive surge. George scored 16 points in the second quarter to give Boston a 58-45 halftime lead, which the Celtics steadily expanded during the second half before emptying their bench.