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Paul George Drives Boston to a 28-14 First-Quarter Lead
November 5, 2026 · 1:10 AM
Boston seized early control behind Paul George’s 10 points as Milwaukee managed just 14 in the opening quarter.
The Celtics lead the Bucks 28-14 after the first quarter, building a 14-point cushion with Boston outscoring Milwaukee from the opening tip. Paul George has 10 points, two steals and a game-best plus-14 in 12 minutes, while Sam Hauser added six points on two three-pointers. Boston entered at 5-2 and No. 9 in the power index; Milwaukee is 1-6 and ranked No. 27. The game is underway Wednesday, Nov. 4, in Boston, with the second quarter in progress.
Key Performers
Paul George, Celtics: 10 points, 2 steals, +14 Sam Hauser, Celtics: 6 points, 2-for-4 from three Jaime Jaquez Jr., Bucks: 5 points