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Milwaukee Defeats Boston 113-101 - Recap

Boston was victimized for 39 points and 16 rebounds by Giannis Antetokounmpo as the Bucks defeated the Celtics 113-101 in NBA action on Monday.

Bettors who backed the Bucks were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as an underdog of +1.0 at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go UNDER the closing total of 219.5.

Milwaukee got 15 points from George Hill and another 13 points from Khris Middleton. Khris Middleton contributed 7 assists, while Giannis Antetokounmpo cleaned the glass with 16 rebounds.

Boston got 23 points from Kyrie Irving in a losing cause and another 20 points from Al Horford. Kyrie Irving contributed 10 assists for the Celtics, while Marcus Morris had 14 rebounds.

Milwaukee trailed at halftime, 49-47.

The rebound battle favored Milwaukee as they grabbed 56 boards, while Boston only had 51