Team victory hailed by Knicks standout, crediting teamwork for overcoming the defending champs Celtics in the game.
In the bustling city of New York, the Knicks managed to steal a 2-0 lead in their series against the Boston Celtics, a comeback victory that showcased their grit and resilience.
The Celtics, driven to bounce back after Game 1, came at the Knicks hard in Game 2, even taking an impressive 20-point lead at one point. However, in a stunning turn of events, the Knicks rallied, winning the game by a tight margin of one point.
Mikal Bridges, who went scoreless in the first three quarters, proved to be the Knicks' savior in the fourth, scoring 14 points and making key plays when it mattered most. Josh Hart led the team with 23 points, while Karl-Anthony Towns contributed 21 points and an impressive 17 rebounds. Jalen Brunson, with 17 points under his belt, believes focus will be crucial in Game 3.
The Knicks didn't take their first lead of the contest until the game was winding down, with only four minutes remaining. In the past two games, they've led for just 12 minutes in total.
Credit for the Knicks' comeback goes to their ability to make every play count and capitalize on the Celtics' mistakes. The Boston team failed to score any points off turnovers in the fourth quarter, allowing the Knicks to gain the upper hand.
Celtics' star Jaylen Brown, who scored 20 points but managed only 1-of-7 shooting in the second half, acknowledged that the team played hastily and poorly in the decisive moments.
Key to the Knicks' victory was their defensive pressure, coupled with a struggling Celtics' three-point shooting. The Celtics missed numerous three-point attempts, failing to convert on 10 out of 40 attempts.
In essence, the Knicks' win in Game 2 was a testament to their ability to adapt, persevere, and capitalize on their opponents' mistakes, setting the stage for an intense Game 3.
The Knicks, despite a scoreless performance from Mikal Bridges in the first three quarters, managed to silence the Celtics in Game 2, winning by a narrow margin. Aggressively capitalizing on the Celtics' mistakes in the fourth quarter, they ensured no points were scored off turnovers, turning the tide in their favor. Josh Hart led the team with 23 points, while Bridges stepped up and scored 14 points, including crucial plays towards the end. The Celtics will need to address their second-half slump and struggling three-point shooting, as the Knicks proved sure to capitalize on any aggression or errors in Game 3.
