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Celtics Power Up, Returning to Full Strength
Zoom in on the Celtics' incredible comeback as they trail the Knicks 1:2 in the NBA playoffs! 🏀🔥
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Talk about it! The Boston Celtics came from behind after losing the first two games at home to the Knicks. Check out the thrilling 115:93 victory and see how the series now stands at 1:2! 🏀🔥
Highlights from the Celtics' Comeback
The defending champions, Boston Celtics, showed their grit and determination, as they bounced back from losing the first two games against the New York Knicks. Jayson Tatum and crew were on fire as they seized Game 3 by a staggering 115:93 scoreline, reducing the Best-of-seven series to 1:2. Meanwhile, the Minnesota Timberwolves have an edge against the Golden State Warriors, with a 2:1 lead.
Boston showed they weren't willing to let past mistakes repeat themselves, squashing a 20-point lead the Knicks tried to overturn. "We understood the significance of this game," said Tatum, "we didn't want to feel the same way after the last one, so we came out with the right mindset and aimed to take control."
Remarkable performances came from Payton Pritchard, who led the Celtics with 23 points, and the outstanding Jayson Tatum who followed close behind with 22. Although German rookie Ariel Hukporti made brief appearances for the Knicks, they failed to capitalize on such opportunities.
The Warriors' Struggles Without Curry
Tuesday night's fourth game takes place at New York's Madison Square Garden, bringing the Celtics closer to tying the series. However, the Warriors are still struggling without injured superstar Stephen Curry. The Wolves successfully took control in the fourth quarter, claiming a 102:97 victory over the injury-plagued Warriors.
Anthony Edwards was the standout player for Minnesota with an astonishing 36 points, while Jimmy Butler contributed 33 points and Jonathan Kuminga added 30, ensuring the Golden State Warriors stayed in contention for a long time.
Intriguingly, the statistics are against Boston: Only five teams have won an NBA playoff series after losing the first two home games. But the Boston Celtics never back down from a challenge, as we witnessed in their recent history when they accomplished this rare comeback.
References:- ntv.de- Enrichment Data * Several NBA teams have won a playoff series after losing the first two games, although this typically includes both home and away losses. * Four teams have achieved this feat by winning after losing the first two games at home. * Examples of this rare phenomena include the 1969 Los Angeles Lakers, the 2017 Boston Celtics, and the 2021 Los Angeles Clippers. * The success of the Boston Celtics in such situations showcases their resilience and ability to adapt. * Since 2000, most notable comebacks from a 0-2 deficit have occurred, due to increased competitiveness and parity in the NBA. * Winning an NBA playoff series after dropping the first two games specifically at home is significantly more challenging, with only about 7-8% of teams achieving this comeback.
- After a thrilling comeback, the Boston Celtics narrowed their NBA playoff series deficit against the New York Knicks to 1:2, showcasing their basketball prowess and resilience in the process.
- With their eye on the playoffs, the Celtics aim to continue their winning streak in the NBA, as they prepare to challenge the Knicks in the upcoming games, seeking to capitalize on their impressive comeback performance.
