The Celtics (19-34) avenged last night's loss by edging the Bucks (9-42), 102-86.
After getting off to a sluggish start, the Celtics turned up the intensity in the second half. Boston shot 39.6% in the first half, but the C's shot 50% in the third and outscored the Bucks in the fourth quarter, 32-18, en route to their fourth win in five games.
The C's were led by Jeff Green's 29 points. Yes, Jeff definitely heard the trade rumors.
The good:
* As an NBA rookie, life can be very up-and-down. Tonight, Kelly Olynyk experienced the "up." The rookie turned in his first career double-double, compiling 14 points and 10 rebounds.
* Speaking of double-doubles, Jared Sullinger turned in his sixth consecutive double-double tonight, scoring 13 points and grabbing 10 rebounds.
* Boston's bench was superb. They filled in nicely with both Rajon Rondo and Avery Bradley out. They were a plus-63.
* The Celtics got 32 points off Milwaukee's 21 turnovers.
The bad:
* The C's let the Bucks get to the line way too easily tonight.
* The Bucks scored 9 fast break points in the first quarter and shot 50% in the quarter. Boston needs to get off to better starts on the defensive end.
Boston's final game before the All-Star break is Wednesday when they welcome the San Antonio Spurs. Tipoff is 7:30 pm.
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