Milwaukee vs Celtics Prediction 9 November 2026

The hosts have recorded just one win this season, alongside eight losses. They recently lost to Toronto (107:121). Some defeats have been heavier, including those against Houston (100:132) and Cleveland (111:136). No matter how Milwaukee play, they consistently struggle with shooting efficiency. They make just 43.4% of their field goals, one of the worst rates in the league. They shoot 33.4% from three-point range (20th), yet still attempt a very high number of three-point shots: 43.7, even more than Boston.

The hosts are unlikely to find a way to fully contain Boston’s defence. As noted above, their prospects in attack are not particularly bright. They commit a lot of fouls and frequently turn the ball over. Home-court advantage is unlikely to change matters significantly.

Boston are in excellent form. They have won 8 of their 9 games this season. Their only losses in that period came against Houston (93:109) and Detroit (113:121). Boston have been ruthless against teams without major ambitions for the season, as they showed against Charlotte (119:80). Boston rank in the top ten in many metrics. Their defence stands out in particular, allowing just 105.1 points per game. They score 114.8 points per game (14th), but the balance is impressive. And when needed, Boston can put on a scoring show, as they did against Chicago (134:99).

With Boston looking at their best, consistent scoring can be expected from them. Tatum, George, Pritchard and White are capable of posting strong numbers. The team make 37.5% of their attempts from beyond the arc. Against the Bucks in their current configuration, that figure could be even higher. In games like this, someone on the Celtics roster usually gets hot and simply cannot miss.