Knicks brutally handled by Celtics in intense game
The defending champions, Boston Celtics, claimed victory in a dominant 115-93 triumph over the New York Knicks in Game 3 of the NBA Eastern Conference semifinals at Madison Square Garden last night, May 11 (PH time).
The Celtics endured a tough start in Games 1 and 2 at TD Garden, but things took a turn in Game 3, thanks to Jayson Tatum's impressive 22 points, along with nine rebounds and seven assists. Payton Pritchard clinched the win for the Celtics with a playoff career-high 23 points[1].
"You've got to beat us four times. That's what it comes down to. Not twice, not once, not three," stated Celtics forward Jaylen Brown. "You've got to win four games, so there's a lot of basketball to be played."
With Brown contributing 19 points and Derrick White netting 17, the Celtics hope to level the series in Game 4 on Tuesday.
Stay tuned for the upcoming game, scheduled for Monday, May 12, 2025, at 7:30 p.m. ET in Madison Square Garden, where the Celtics will strive to tie the series at 2-2[2].
Knicks were led by Jalen Brunson with 27 points and Karl-Anthony Towns with 21 points and 15 rebounds in Game 3[1][2]. No results have been reported yet for Game 4.
References:[1] ESPN - Doc Rivers explains Payton Pritchard's decision to shoot more 3s[2] Yahoo Sports - Celtics' projecting a fierce fightback beyond Game 3
- The powerhouse Boston Celtics, who are currently the defending champions, proved their dominance in the NBA Eastern Conference semifinals by securing a 115-93 victory over the New York Knicks.
- Thankful for the win, Jaylen Brown expressed his team's determination, stating that it takes four wins to secure a series, not just twice or once.
- In Game 3, Jayson Tatum put up an impressive 22 points, along with nine rebounds and seven assists, while Payton Pritchard sealed the win with a playoff career-high 23 points.
- Aiming to level the series, the Celtics will face the Knicks again in Game 4 on Tuesday, where they hope to continue their dominant performance in the basketball court of the NBA.
