Boston Celtics vs Milwaukee Bucks (02-01-2026) game preview: When and where to watch, expected lineup, injury report, prediction, and more

The NBA is set for a crucial matchup as the Boston Celtics clash with the Milwaukee Bucks. The match will tip off at 3:30 pm ET on Sunday. The Boston Celtics have previously won 30 out of the 48 games. Jayson Tatum has been sidelined. Their team is significantly counting on players such as Payton Pritchard, Derrick White, and Jaylen Brown.

As for the Milwaukee Bucks, they have previously won only 18 matches out of the 46 played. With players like Ryan Rollins and Myles Turner, the team has a higher chance of securing their names in the walls of victory. However, Giannis Antetokounmpo has been sidelined due to injuries. From the expected lineup to their injury reports, here is everything you need to know about tonight’s clash between the Boston Celtics and the Milwaukee Bucks.

Boston Celtics vs Milwaukee Bucks - When and Where to Watch the Game

The Boston Celtics will host the Milwaukee Bucks at the TD Garden in Boston, Massachusetts. The match will tip off at 3:30 p.m. ET on Sunday, February 1, 2026, exclusively on ESPN, NBCS-BOS, and FDSWI. Additionally, Fubo and Prime Video will stream the match for all online users.

Boston Celtics vs Milwaukee Bucks - Expected Starting Lineups

Boston Celtics

• Payton Pritchard (PG)
• Derrick White (SG)
• Jaylen Brown (SF)
• Sam Hauser (PF)
• Neemias Queta (C)

Milwaukee Bucks

• Ryan Rollins (PG)
• AJ Green (SG)
• Kyle Kuzma (SF)
• Bobby Portis (PF)
• Myles Turner (C)

Boston Celtics vs Milwaukee Bucks - Injury Report

Boston Celtics

• Ron Harper Jr. - QUESTIONABLE
• Jayson Tatum - OUT (Acl)

Milwaukee Bucks

• Giannis Antetokounmpo - OUT (calf)
• Kevin Porter Jr. - OUT (oblique)
• Taurean Prince - OUT (Disabled Player Exception)
• Gary Harris - OUT (hamstring)

Boston Celtics vs Milwaukee Bucks - Game Prediction

This season, the Boston Celtics and their opponents have scored a combination of 217.5 points in 32 out of their 48 games. However, the Milwaukee Bucks have scored the same number of points while playing in 30 out of 46 games in total, so speculation is tougher than usual. The Boston Celtics boast an impressive roster, featuring standout players such as Jaylen Brown and Derrick White. Brown has delivered 29.4 points, 6.8 rebounds, and 4.9 assists per game this season. However, White has averaged 17.2 points, 4.5 rebounds, and 5.4 assists per game.

The Milwaukee Bucks, on the other hand, have efficient players like Ryan Rollins and Myles Turner. Rollins has averaged 16.3 points, 4.5 rebounds, and 5.4 assists per game this season, while helping the team one step closer to the finale. Turner, on the other hand, delivered 13 points, 5.5 rebounds, and 1.6 assists per game.


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