NBA Weekly Preview (12/4-10): A big week for the Boston Celtics
In previewing the week that will be in the NBA, we discuss and look forward to the big week that waits ahead for the Boston Celtics
This is a look at what games between 12/4 and 12-10 are must see for NBA fans based on matchup, talent or intrigue.
Monday, Dec 4 – Milwaukee Bucks vs. Boston Celtics
TV: NBATV, 7:30 (ET)
Monday night features a matchup of two of the Eastern Conference’s most exciting teams in the Bucks and Celtics. The Bucks have won 4 of their last 5, including a very impressive win over the Portland Trail Blazers.
The Bucks have also gotten more contributions lately from recently acquired PG Eric Bledsoe. In their last four games, Bledsoe is averaging over 22 points while shooting over 50 percent from the field. The Celtics, meanwhile, come into Monday’s game with the Eastern Conference’s best record at 20-4. They have the NBA’s best defensive rating at 100.1 and they have won 20 out of their last 22.
Boston currently has five players averaging at least 13 points per game.