The Celtics seemingly couldn’t buy a bucket in the second half of their loss to the Bucks, with their offense slogging through inefficient stretches. But that’s just one side of the coin. The Bucks role players also stepped up all night despite missing Giannis Antetokounmpo for another game.

The Milwaukee Bucks took down the Boston Celtics in a 116-101 upset on Thursday night behind efficient shooting nights from Kyle Kuzma and Bobby Portis. Takeaways from Fiserv Forum also included improved defense and some unheralded reserve performances.

Milwaukee overturns a rough first half and leans on Kyle Kuzma and Bobby Portis to stun a Boston team that arrived with every edge.

Bucks earn a much needed win after big days from Kuzma and Portis

The Milwaukee Bucks have struggled this season without their superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo. But against the Celtics, it was other veterans who stepped up, the old Bucks shined in a victory.

Bobby Portis is taking on the world right now. The Milwaukee Bucks forward Portis led the way for the team in a 116-101 victory over the Boston Celtics on Thursday.

Portis produced 27 points (11-13 FG, 5-6 3Pt), 10 rebounds and one steal in 26 minutes during Thursday's 116-101 win over the Celtics.

Leaked audio captures Isaiah Stewart and Bobby Portis in a nasty verbal clash, featuring an explosive threat that stunned fans.

After back-to-back days of NBA Cup Quarterfinal action, the NBA returns to some typical regular-season games with a four-game slate on Dec. 11. The action begin