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Choo-choo! All aboard the R.J. Hunter hype train

The Celtics get a balanced attack of six players in double digits and defeat the Bucks 99-83.

It's the release that catches your eye. So quick, so smooth. So unbefitting of a rookie.

Boston Celtics first-round draft pick R.J. Hunter has come as advertised with an NBA-ready jump shot. But what's really given Celtics coach Brad Stevens the confidence to go to the 22-year-old Hunter at times early in this season is everything beyond that jumper, things like his effort on the defensive end and his basketball IQ.

Hunter chipped in seven points on 3-of-5 shooting during Boston's 99-83 win over the Milwaukee Bucks on Tuesday night, but also added seven rebounds, a steal, and a block over 19 minutes of floor time.