The Milwaukee Bucks turned up their defensive intensity just in time Thursday night to beat the short-handed Boston Celtics and take over second place in the Eastern Conference standings. Once the playoffs arrive, they're hoping they can make those game-changing runs a little earlier. Giannis Antetokounmpo and Jrue Holiday each scored 29 points and the Bucks defeated the Celtics 127-121 by closing with a 9-0 spurt. read more https://www.espn.com/nba/recap?gameId=401361017