Knicks Vs Boston Celtics Match Player Stats

Boston’s inability to shoot from outside in Game 5 proved costly for them, and New York took full advantage of it to steal home court advantage and claim 4-2 series victory. Jalen Brunson and Karl-Anthony Towns’ balanced contributions, along with clutch execution by OG Anunoby and Mikal Bridges helped seal New York’s victory and claim home court advantage for themselves.

Bridges was instrumental to New York’s win, diving for loose balls and switching defensively in overtime to close out the match and close it out in regulation time. These gritty plays epitomized New York’s effort.

Knicks Vs Boston Celtics Match Player Stats

Game 1

The Knicks will look to create history tonight when they attempt to win their first series since 2000 and become just 13th team ever to overcome a three-game deficit in the NBA playoffs. OG Anunoby was key for New York as four players scored 20+ points and six finished in double digits on an otherwise record scoring night for New York.

The Knicks turned the tides in their favor in the third quarter as they found new energy under Anunoby’s hot shooting, cutting into Boston’s lead while simultaneously spacing the floor and defending Boston’s best scorers to help New York resurge.

Jalen Brunson’s steady hand and late-game execution were crucial. His midrange floaters and pull-up jumpers kept defenses guessing while creating mismatches in crunch time for him to exploit.

Game 2

Boston entered Game 2 knowing their series was on the line and came out firing, quickly building a double-digit lead in the first quarter. Payton Pritchard hit some amazing threes while Jayson Tatum and Derrick White also were influential.

But an unexpected third-quarter surge led by OG Anunoby altered the momentum and created an overtime period where New York took control with its gritty play and defensive intensity; Josh Hart grabbed critical rebounds, Mikal Bridges exploited mismatches on defense, and Jalen Brunson scored efficiently to seal victory.

This was a tough loss for the Celtics, who are the best road team in these playoffs. They will look to rebound in Game 3 on Friday at Madison Square Garden before playing one more game at TD Garden on Tuesday.

Game 3

On May 5, 2025, the Knicks and Celtics played one of the highest-intensity games ever witnessed at Madison Square Garden, culminating in New York’s incredible comeback from a 20-point deficit to win in overtime. Both teams demonstrated their star power and depth – many players playing key roles at key times throughout this enthralling encounter.

OG Anunoby was an essential cog for the Knicks, contributing crucial scoring moments and defensive stops against Boston’s star players. His incredible third-quarter effort with six three-pointers played a significant role in their comeback victory.

Jalen Brunson played an essential role, but was limited due to an early fouling flurry. As New York’s go-to guy for clutch plays, Brunson will need to be at his peak if they hope to advance back into the Conference Finals for the first time since 1995 – this series promises an epic showdown between style, skill and grit!

Game 4

Game 4 saw the Boston Celtics come out firing from three, going 12/24 in the first half and opening up an insurmountable double-digit lead against an underperforming Knicks team that struggled both scoring and defending. Jayson Tatum, Derrick White and Jrue Holiday took control by running effective transition and halfcourt sets that set up efficient transition opportunities and half-court sets that led them toward victory.

But then disaster struck in the form of a serious injury to Jayson Tatum. He fell onto the floor, clutching at his lower leg while struggling for breath before needing assistance to be off it.

The Knicks won a dramatic game to even their series at 3-3 with Boston. Jalen Brunson led all scorers with 23 points; however, OG Anunoby proved pivotal to their comeback as he hit multiple three-pointers while using his strength to shut down Boston’s best guards and limit their scoring chances. Anunoby’s performance in Game 4 indicated that they weren’t intimidated by Boston and believed they could take this series all the way through Game 7. Both teams boast one of history’s greatest rivalries and these playoff battles always provide high stakes drama as well as memorable moments that transcend their regular-season contests – you’ll never know which team comes out victorious!

Game 5

The Knicks delivered a series-clinching blow at Madison Square Garden with a masterful performance that showcased their depth and balance. They overcame Boston’s hot three-point shooting, aggressive defense, and the absence of Kristaps Porzingis due to mysterious illness; Jalen Brunson provided late game leadership while Karl-Anthony Towns was dominant inside.

OG Anunoby’s sharpshooting in the third quarter reenergized New York’s offense and reduced Boston’s lead by just double digits. Mikal Bridges made an equally valuable contribution, hitting clutch baskets as the game entered its final minutes.

The Boston Celtics played this game like it was their last. After opening up an early 20-point lead and looking like they might easily sweep the Knicks, late game collapses had cost them two of their previous contests, leaving them facing an insurmountable three game deficit in a best-of-7 series.

Game 6

The Knicks and Celtics share one of the NBA’s oldest rivalries, and their high-energy Eastern Conference Semifinals series provided memorable basketball. AS English highlights player stats from these pivotal games with particular attention paid to Game 6.

Boston was undone by their ineffective perimeter shooting, as their 45 missed three-point attempts set an NBA playoff record. Meanwhile, New York’s balanced offense and aggressive defense proved too much for Boston to overcome.

OG Anunoby was essential to New York’s victory without Jayson Tatum, using his two-way skills to space the floor and hold Boston’s star scorers at bay. Jalen Brunson struggled with efficiency but eventually hit clutch baskets late in the game; Kristaps Porzingis had left due to right calf injury so they relied heavily on Brunson as an anchor in their wing-heavy lineup; his midrange floaters and pull-up jumpers kept Boston defense guessing throughout their series of contests.