Beaten by the Bulls and the Nets, the Bucks could fear the worst during their trip to Boston. Finally, Milwaukee held on before conceding an 18-2 and losing. But basically, the performance is rather reassuring, after a very messy start to the season.
“We were horrible for two matches and we have no excuse for that, but it happens,” Doc Rivers comments. “I think we played pretty well in this game, without being able to be consistent. The guys like the direction we're taking. »
This match clearly showed the differences between the two teams. The main one being the question of playing identity pointed out by Giannis Antetokounmpo before the meeting. The style of the Celtics is known while that of the Bucks is still vague.
“They've been together for years and it's irreplaceable. We can put the best players together, but the teams that win know how to play for each other, know how to play correctly, know how to serve the player who is hot,” judges the Greek. “Our goal is to be at that level. It's obvious that we're not there yet, but I don't think we're that far away. »
“Even if we are lousy or very, very bad, it’s only the fourth game of the season. You have to be optimistic”
For three quarters, the Milwaukee players were able to look the best team in the league in the eyes. It's not enough to win, but it's enough. This is proof that they can do it.
“I don’t like moral victories, but we were up to it for three quarters”insists Doc Rivers. “We ran out of gas. We weren't helped by our bench so we had to take advantage of the minutes of the starters. »
This third defeat in four matches must therefore be viewed with a positive eye. “We have no choice. It's the fourth game of the season and even if we are lousy or very, very bad, it's only the fourth game of the season. You have to be optimistic,” asks Giannis Antetokounmpo. “We have an excellent team. I believe we will continue to improve and learn from our mistakes and then we will start winning matches. »
