The Knicks pulled off NBA playoff history, wiping out another huge deficit to edge the Celtics 91-90 in Game 2. Jalen Brunson sealed the win late, while Boston’s shooters faltered under pressure. New York’s back-to-back 20-point comebacks set up a tense Game 3.
The Boston Celtics stormed past the Orlando Magic 120-89 in Game 5 to claim their spot in the Eastern Conference semifinals. Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown led a fierce second-half comeback, erasing a halftime deficit and setting an NBA playoff record for the largest victory margin by a trailing team at halftime. Boston now waits for either the Knicks or Pistons.
Boston Celtics cruised to the Eastern Conference semifinals after smashing the Orlando Magic 120-89. Jayson Tatum shined with 35 points and a perfect night at the line, becoming the first NBA player to hit 10+ free throws in three straight playoff games. The Celtics finished with a hot hand from deep and now wait on the Pistons-Knicks series outcome.
The Boston Celtics pulled off a 118-105 win over the New York Knicks, stretching their winning streak and staying unbeaten against New York this season. Jayson Tatum almost landed another triple-double, and every Celtics starter hit double figures. Boston heads into a showdown with the Raptors next.