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Bucks Defeat Celtics 116-101 at Fiserv Forum

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Thursday, December 11, 2025, 8:00 PM ET · Fiserv Forum

Milwaukee Bucks 116, Boston Celtics 101, final. Our NBA picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.

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Quick answers

Who won Boston Celtics vs Milwaukee Bucks?

Milwaukee Bucks beat Boston Celtics 116-101 at Fiserv Forum on December 11, 2025.

Who was favored in Boston Celtics vs Milwaukee Bucks?

Boston Celtics were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -410 (about 80% implied). The underdog won.

In a notable matchup at Fiserv Forum, the Milwaukee Bucks secured a decisive 116-101 victory over the Boston Celtics. This win marks the Bucks' second triumph in their last ten games, improving their home record to 3-4 while the Celtics, despite the loss, maintain a strong away record of 4-1. The Bucks now lead the series against the Celtics 1-0 for the season.

The Bucks entered the game with a home record of 11-15 and had struggled recently, holding a record of 2-8 over their last ten games. They averaged 111.3 points scored while allowing 116.8 points during this stretch, reflecting their defensive vulnerabilities. In contrast, the Celtics boasted a solid away record of 15-10 and had been in excellent form, winning eight of their last ten games with an average of 122.1 points scored and 112.5 points allowed.

Milwaukee's recent form included a two-game losing streak, with their last five games showing a record of 2-3. Their scoring average in those games was 113.6, while they allowed an average of 115.4 points. The Bucks' previous encounters with the Celtics this season had not gone in their favor, losing all three prior meetings, including a recent 105-111 defeat on December 7, 2024.

In terms of injuries, both teams faced key player uncertainties. Kevin Porter Jr. of the Bucks was listed as day-to-day due to a knee issue, while the Celtics' star Jayson Tatum was also day-to-day with a knee concern. The absence of either player could have significant implications for their respective teams' performance.

The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had the Celtics favored by 9.5 points, with a total set at 222.5. The odds reflected the Celtics' strong season thus far, but the Bucks' performance in this game defied expectations.

Conditions at Fiserv Forum were conducive for a competitive game, and the Bucks capitalized on their home court advantage. The scoring plays highlighted the Bucks' ability to execute in crucial moments, with Kevin Porter Jr. making a driving layup in the fourth quarter to push the score to 112-91. Anfernee Simons contributed significantly, making multiple free throws and an 18-foot pullup jump shot, further extending the Bucks' lead.

As the game progressed, the Bucks maintained control, with the final score reflecting their dominance. The Celtics struggled to keep pace, unable to close the gap as the Bucks effectively managed the game in the latter stages. The Bucks' victory not only boosts their morale but also sets a tone for the remainder of the season as they seek to improve their standings.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	BOS -9.5	222.5 o -112 / u -108	Boston Celtics -410 · Milwaukee Bucks +320

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Injury report

Kevin Porter Jr.Day-To-DayKneeMilwaukee Bucks
Jayson TatumDay-To-DayKneeBoston Celtics

Leaders

PointsKyle Kuzma31Milwaukee Bucks
AssistsKevin Porter Jr.13Milwaukee Bucks
ReboundsBobby Portis10Milwaukee Bucks
PointsJaylen Brown30Boston Celtics
AssistsPayton Pritchard7Boston Celtics
ReboundsNeemias Queta10Boston Celtics

Recent form

Milwaukee Bucks

Last 10: 2-8Streak L2111.3 scored · 116.8 allowed per game2-4 at home

L112-124at Detroit PistonsDec 7
L101-116vs Philadelphia 76ersDec 6
W113-109vs Detroit PistonsDec 4
L126-129at Washington WizardsDec 2
W116-99vs Brooklyn NetsNov 30
L109-118at New York KnicksNov 29
L103-106at Miami HeatNov 27
L103-115vs Portland Trail BlazersNov 25
L116-129vs Detroit PistonsNov 23
L114-123vs Philadelphia 76ersNov 21

Boston Celtics

Last 10: 8-2Streak W5122.1 scored · 112.5 allowed per game4-1 away

W121-113at Toronto RaptorsDec 7
W126-105vs Los Angeles LakersDec 6
W146-101at Washington WizardsDec 5
W123-117vs New York KnicksDec 3
W117-115at Cleveland CavaliersNov 30
L115-119at Minnesota TimberwolvesNov 29
W117-114vs Detroit PistonsNov 26
W138-129vs Orlando MagicNov 23
L105-113vs Brooklyn NetsNov 22
W113-99at Brooklyn NetsNov 19

Standings

Team	Games behind	Lost	Streak	Win %	Won
Boston	-	26	W2	.683	56
New York	3	29	L1	.646	53
Toronto	10	36	W1	.561	46
Philadelphia	11	37	W2	.549	45
Brooklyn	36	62	L3	.244	20
Detroit	-	22	W3	.732	60
Cleveland	8	30	W1	.634	52
Milwaukee	28	50	L1	.390	32
Chicago	29	51	L2	.378	31
Indiana	41	63	L2	.232	19

Box score

Stat	Boston Celtics	Milwaukee Bucks
Field goals	34-88	46-79
Field goal %	39	58
Three-pointers	14-49	13-29
Three-point %	29	45
Free throws	19-25	11-14
Free throw %	76	79
Rebounds	39	40
Offensive rebounds	13	5
Defensive rebounds	26	35
Assists	18	28
Steals	7	5
Blocks	1	5
Turnovers	13	15
Team turnovers	1	1
Technical fouls	0	1
Technical fouls, total	0	1
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	23	16
Fast-break points	14	11
Points in the paint	28	50
Fouls	15	24
Largest lead	14	21
Lead changes	4	4
Time in front	57	37

How the scoring went

3rd Quarter71-69Kyle Kuzma makes layup (Kevin Porter Jr. assists)
3rd Quarter71-71Kyle Kuzma makes two point shot
3rd Quarter72-71Jaylen Brown makes free throw 1 of 2
3rd Quarter73-71Jaylen Brown makes free throw 2 of 2
3rd Quarter73-73Kyle Kuzma makes 1-foot layup (Kevin Porter Jr. assists)
3rd Quarter73-74Kevin Porter Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
3rd Quarter73-75Kevin Porter Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
3rd Quarter75-75Jaylen Brown makes 11-foot pullup jump shot
3rd Quarter75-78Bobby Portis makes 23-foot three point jumper (Kevin Porter Jr. assists)
3rd Quarter77-78Jaylen Brown makes 14-foot step back jumpshot
3rd Quarter77-80Bobby Portis makes 7-foot two point shot
3rd Quarter77-82Bobby Portis makes 16-foot two point shot
3rd Quarter78-82Jaylen Brown makes technical free throw
3rd Quarter78-83Myles Turner makes free throw 1 of 2
3rd Quarter79-83Josh Minott makes free throw 1 of 2
3rd Quarter79-85Cole Anthony makes 1-foot two point shot
3rd Quarter79-87Cole Anthony makes 8-foot two point shot
3rd Quarter80-87Hugo Gonzalez makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter80-90Bobby Portis makes 24-foot three point jumper (Cole Anthony assists)
4th Quarter82-90Neemias Queta makes 1-foot alley oop dunk shot (Payton Pritchard assists)
4th Quarter82-93Bobby Portis makes 23-foot three point jumper (Ryan Rollins assists)
4th Quarter82-95Kyle Kuzma makes two point shot (Cole Anthony assists)
4th Quarter84-95Jordan Walsh makes driving layup (Payton Pritchard assists)
4th Quarter84-98Ryan Rollins makes 25-foot three point jumper (Gary Harris assists)
4th Quarter86-98Jaylen Brown makes driving layup
4th Quarter86-100Bobby Portis makes 16-foot step back jumpshot (Kevin Porter Jr. assists)
4th Quarter89-100Jaylen Brown makes 25-foot three point step back jumpshot
4th Quarter89-103Cole Anthony makes 27-foot three point jumper (Kevin Porter Jr. assists)
4th Quarter89-106Bobby Portis makes 26-foot three pointer (Kevin Porter Jr. assists)
4th Quarter91-106Derrick White makes 5-foot two point shot
4th Quarter91-108Kevin Porter Jr. makes 16-foot step back jumpshot
4th Quarter91-110Cole Anthony makes 2-foot driving floating jump shot
4th Quarter91-112Kevin Porter Jr. makes driving layup
4th Quarter94-112Hugo Gonzalez makes 27-foot three point jumper (Anfernee Simons assists)
4th Quarter94-114Jericho Sims makes layup (Cole Anthony assists)
4th Quarter95-114Anfernee Simons makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter96-114Anfernee Simons makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter98-114Anfernee Simons makes 18-foot pullup jump shot
4th Quarter101-114Josh Minott makes 27-foot running pullup jump shot (Sam Hauser assists)
4th Quarter101-116Pete Nance makes alley oop layup (Cole Anthony assists)