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Titanic Turnaround: Celtics Capsize Knicks, Narrow Playoff Series Gap
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NBA titans, the Boston Celtics, faced a formidable challenge against the New York Knicks, finding themselves in a precarious position at 0-2 in the playoff series. But they didn't go down without a fight. In a stunning 115:93 victory, the Celtics managed a strong comeback, reeling in the Knicks to a 1:2 deficit in the best-of-seven series.
After squandering substantial leads in the opening games, Jayson Tatum and his teammates refused to let this opportunity slip. With a 20-point advantage early in the second quarter, the Knicks' attempts at a comeback utterly collapsed.
"We knew how crucial this match was," Tatum uttered, his voice dripping with determination. "I didn't like how we felt after the last game, so we made sure to enter this one with the proper mindset and tackle everything head-on. We can't let the emotional turbulence of the playoffs control us. Our experienced core has been through various trials and tribulations, so we aimed to stay together and find a remedy."
Payton Pritchard spearheaded the charge for the reigning champions, racking up an impressive 23 points, while Tatum followed closely with 22. German rookie Ariel Hukporti made a late entrance for the Knicks, tallying two points in the closing minutes.
Warriors Foundering without Curry
The fourth game is set for Tuesday night at the New York Madison Square Garden, offering the Celtics a chance to even the series. However, the numbers are stacked against Boston, as only five teams have triumphed in an NBA playoff series after losing the first two home games.
The Minnesota Timberwolves seized control in the final minutes and pulled away from the Warriors, who continue to grapple with the absence of the injured Stephen Curry. Anthony Edwards of the Timberwolves claimed the spotlight, recording a commanding 36 points, while Jimmy Butler (33 points) and Jonathan Kuminga (30) kept the Warriors afloat for a considerable duration.
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- In the NBA playoffs, the Boston Celtics successfully overturned their previous losses against the New York Knicks, securing a 115-93 victory and narrowing the gap to 1-2 in the best-of-seven series.
- After squandering substantial leads in the opening games, Jayson Tatum and the Celtics displayed resilience, ensuring they wouldn't let this opportunity slip away during their clash with the Knicks.
- German rookie Ariel Hukporti tried to mount a comeback for the Knicks, but his late entrance resulted in only two points.
- The Celtics must attempt to even the series against the New York Knicks during the fourth game on Tuesday night, but they face a challenging task as only five teams have won an NBA playoff series after losing the first two home games.
