The New York Knicks achieved an epic victory in Boston by defeating the Celtics 108-105 in overtime, thus taking a 1-0 lead in this Eastern Conference semifinal series. Despite having lost all four regular season games against the Celtics, the Knicks overcame a 20-point deficit in the third quarter to achieve a win that will be remembered.
In a game marked by intensity and mistakes, the Celtics had a night to forget in terms of their shooting percentages, with a poor 35.1% from the field and a disastrous 25% from three-point range. Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown, two of Boston's stars, had performances below their usual level, scoring only 7 of 23 from the field between them.
The match was full of emotions, with Jalen Brunson standing out with 29 points, including five key three-pointers. Meanwhile, OG Anunoby contributed 29 points with 6 three-pointers, while Josh Hart had a standout performance with 14 points and 11 rebounds. Mikal Bridges' defense proved crucial at key moments in the game, including a decisive steal in the final play that secured the Knicks' victory.
New York's comeback began in the second quarter when they tied the game with an impressive run of 31-11. Despite the Celtics' attempts to stay in the game, the Knicks managed to keep their composure and forced overtime, where they ultimately claimed victory.
The game was marked by intensity and determination from both teams, with the Knicks once again demonstrating their ability to overcome adverse situations. The second game of the series will be played on Wednesday at TD Garden in Boston, where the Celtics will seek to tie the series while the Knicks will try to solidify their advantage.
