Boston shoot just 33% from the floor and had 18 turnovers.
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Celtics fall flat in Game 1 loss to Bucks
Giannis Antetokounmpo has a triple-double and Milwaukee routs Boston, 101-89, in the first game of the Eastern Conference semifinals.
NBA playoffs: Five questions as Celtics eye Game 1 Sunday against Bucks
The second-round series opens Sunday. Is Robert Williams ready for more? How does Khris Middleton’s injury impact the defending champs?
Celtics notebook: Boston using extra time to its advantage
By eliminating the Nets in four games, the Celtics have some time to tend to nagging injuries and get Robert Williams back into game shape.
Celtics show no fear against Nets or whoever comes next
Boston swept Brooklyn, considered a team to be feared, and will carry that confidence into the second round.
Celtics finish sweep of Nets with 116-112 win
Jayson Tatum scores 29 points before fouling out and Jaylen Brown adds 22 as Boston advances to the second round.
Celtics defense has frustrated Nets stars Durant, Irving
Boston has been physical and intense against Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving, enabling the Celtics to build a 3-0 lead in their first-round series.
Celtics on brink of sweeping Nets out of playoffs
Jayson Tatum scores 14 of his 39 points in the fourth quarter, helping Boston take a 3-0 lead in the first-round series with a 109-103 victory.
Celtics notebook: Robert Williams III intends to play in Game 3
Boston’s center has not played since tearing his menicus on March 27.
Celtics notebook: Udoka savvy lineup tweaks help Celtics pass key playoff test
Coach Ime Udoka went to a small lineup down the stretch to fuel a comeback win for the Boston Celtics.