Knicks still trying to prove they belong with East’s top teams
1 month ago

Knicks still trying to prove they belong with East’s top teams

Associated Press  

BOSTON — Built to compete with the Eastern Conference’s elite during the offseason, the New York Knicks are trying to still figure out how to break into the top group after the past two games. “We’re not trying to close the gap with the Boston Celtics,” Knicks guard Josh Hart said. “It’s an on-going process,” Knicks coach Tom Thibodeau said, when asked if they’ve closed the gap against Boston. “We’re going to be a work in progress all season until the day we step into the postseason.” Boston beat New York by 23 and 27 points, respectively, in the first two games this season.

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Boston takes on Brooklyn, aims for 50th win this season
1 week, 6 days ago

Boston takes on Brooklyn, aims for 50th win this season

Associated Press  

Brooklyn Nets vs. Boston Celtics Boston; Tuesday, 7:30 p.m. EDT BOTTOM LINE: Boston will try to earn its 50th victory of the season when the Celtics host the Brooklyn Nets. The Celtics average 17.8 made 3-pointers per game this season, 4.8 more made shots on average than the 13.0 per game the Nets allow. The Nets average 13.5 made 3-pointers …

Karl-Anthony Towns scores 40 and Josh Hart has 30 to lead Knicks past Pacers 128-115
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1 month, 2 weeks ago

Karl-Anthony Towns scores 40 and Josh Hart has 30 to lead Knicks past Pacers 128-115

Associated Press  

INDIANAPOLIS — Karl-Anthony Towns had 40 points and 12 rebounds, Josh Hart added 30 points and 10 rebounds and the New York Knicks beat the Indiana Pacers 128-115 on Tuesday night. Key moment Indiana was still within 103-95 early in the fourth, but the Knicks answered with seven straight points and the Pacers never recovered. Key stat New York cashed …

New York faces Indiana, aims for 4th straight road win
1 month, 2 weeks ago

New York faces Indiana, aims for 4th straight road win

Associated Press  

New York Knicks vs. Indiana Pacers Indianapolis; Tuesday, 7:30 p.m. EST BOTTOM LINE: New York visits Indiana looking to continue its three-game road winning streak. The Knicks average 12.9 made 3-pointers per game this season, 0.2 fewer makes per game than the Pacers allow. LAST 10 GAMES: Pacers: 7-3, averaging 117.4 points, 40.8 rebounds, 29.9 assists, 10.1 steals and 5.4 …

Boston takes road win streak into matchup with New York
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1 month, 3 weeks ago

Boston takes road win streak into matchup with New York

Associated Press  

Boston Celtics vs. New York Knicks New York; Saturday, 8:30 p.m. EST BOTTOM LINE: Boston visits New York looking to extend its four-game road winning streak. New York ranks seventh in the Eastern Conference with 15.9 fast break points per game led by Mikal Bridges averaging 3.5. LAST 10 GAMES: Knicks: 8-2, averaging 120.7 points, 42.8 rebounds, 29.5 assists, 10.1 …

Brooklyn plays New York on 7-game home slide
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2 months, 1 week ago

Brooklyn plays New York on 7-game home slide

Associated Press  

New York Knicks vs. Brooklyn Nets New York; Tuesday, 7:30 p.m. EST BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE: Knicks -10.5; over/under is 221 BOTTOM LINE: Brooklyn aims to break its seven-game home slide with a win against New York. New York ranks fifth in the NBA scoring 52.3 points per game in the paint led by Karl-Anthony Towns averaging 12.7. LAST 10 GAMES: …

Brunson, Towns help Knicks roll to a 134-106 win that extends’ Wizards’ losing streak to 9
4 months, 1 week ago

Brunson, Towns help Knicks roll to a 134-106 win that extends’ Wizards’ losing streak to 9

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — Jalen Brunson had 26 points and 11 assists, and the New York Knicks rolled to a 134-106 victory Monday night that extended the Washington Wizards’ losing streak to nine games. Karl-Anthony Towns added 24 points and 12 rebounds in just 25 minutes for the Knicks, who were off and running right from the start even while playing …

In high-stakes matchup with Cavaliers, Celtics out to prove they’re still kings of the East
4 months, 1 week ago

In high-stakes matchup with Cavaliers, Celtics out to prove they’re still kings of the East

New York Times  

BOSTON — The clash of the Eastern Conference’s two best teams should be fun, but the ever-competitive Payton Pritchard will not draw any additional excitement Tuesday night from the Cavaliers’ unblemished record. “I’m gonna come with the same mentality.” For most others who care about the Celtics, the Cavaliers or basketball in general, the showdown shouldn’t feel like just another …

Towns returns with 26 points and 15 rebounds to lead the Knicks past the Nets 114-104
4 months, 1 week ago

Towns returns with 26 points and 15 rebounds to lead the Knicks past the Nets 114-104

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — Karl-Anthony Towns returned from a one-game absence with 26 points, 15 rebounds and six assists, and the New York Knicks completed a two-game weekend sweep of the Brooklyn Nets with a 114-104 victory on Sunday night. OG Anunoby had 24 points and eight rebounds for the Knicks, who were without Towns because of a bruised left knee …

Celtics Dominate Knicks, Launch Title Defense
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5 months, 1 week ago

Celtics Dominate Knicks, Launch Title Defense

News 18  

The Boston Celtics dominated the New York Knicks in a resounding 132-109 victory on Tuesday, marking their return to the NBA Finals. Led by Jayson Tatum's stellar performance with 37 points, the Celtics asserted their dominance from the outset, leading 74-55 at halftime. The Celtics' defense, led by Al Horford's 11 rebounds, suffocated the Knicks' offense, forcing numerous turnovers and …

Celtics Dominate Knicks, Extend Banner 18 Streak
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5 months, 1 week ago

Celtics Dominate Knicks, Extend Banner 18 Streak

Associated Press  

The Boston Celtics dominated the New York Knicks in their season opener, winning 132-109. Jayson Tatum led the Celtics with 37 points, including 8 3-pointers, while Derrick White and Jaylen Brown added 24 and 23 points respectively. The Celtics broke the NBA record for most 3-pointers made in a game with 29, and they held a significant lead for much …

Celtics Prepare for Banner Night and Opener Against Rival Knicks: A Championship Legacy in the Making
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5 months, 1 week ago

Celtics Prepare for Banner Night and Opener Against Rival Knicks: A Championship Legacy in the Making

News 18  

The Boston Celtics are preparing for their season opener against the New York Knicks. The team will raise their 18th banner to the TD Garden rafters and receive their championship rings in the pregame ceremony. The Celtics are bringing back their entire starting lineup and most of their bench, and are the favorites to win it all again. The coach …

Knicks Make Historic Moves to Acquire Karl-Anthony Towns and Mikal Bridges
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Knicks Make Historic Moves to Acquire Karl-Anthony Towns and Mikal Bridges

Associated Press  

The New York Knicks have made significant moves to bolster their roster with the additions of Karl-Anthony Towns and Mikal Bridges. The acquisitions give the team one of the strongest starting fives in the league, featuring All-Star Jalen Brunson, OG Anunoby, and Josh Hart. The Knicks also address their need for defensive depth by acquiring Mitchell Robinson from Oklahoma City …

Can Karl-Anthony Towns help Knicks topple Celtics? Analyzing the NBA’s Eastern Conference
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Can Karl-Anthony Towns help Knicks topple Celtics? Analyzing the NBA’s Eastern Conference

New York Times  

The Eastern Conference may not be the stronger of the two NBA conferences, but its intrigue level rises above the West going into the season. Here to discuss how the East might shake out this season, The Athletic’s Celtics writer Jay King and Knicks writer James L. Edwards III give their thoughts and predictions on the offseasons and what things …

Three key questions before WNBA playoffs. Plus, which NBA contender can dethrone Celtics?
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Three key questions before WNBA playoffs. Plus, which NBA contender can dethrone Celtics?

New York Times  

The Bounce Newsletter | This is The Athletic’s daily NBA newsletter. WNBA Playoffs Imminent Three questions with Ben Pickman Before we tap into NBA talk, I’m going to tag in WNBA writer Ben Pickman of The Athletic to discuss some of the league’s biggest storylines as the regular season wraps. With MVP favorite A’ja Wilson setting the WNBA single-season scoring …

Celtics are built to thrive in NBA’s new cap era … at least for a little while
9 months, 1 week ago

Celtics are built to thrive in NBA’s new cap era … at least for a little while

New York Times  

If there’s one lesson I hope we all learned from these NBA playoffs, it’s this: Can we hold our horses and wait a little before immediately anointing anyone who has a successful playoff round as The Next Thing? I’m told the Celtics would like to bring the centers back if the money is reasonable; regardless, Boston can easily replenish the …

Celtics’ block party keeps Boston rolling through shaky shooting: ‘We didn’t panic’
9 months, 2 weeks ago

Celtics’ block party keeps Boston rolling through shaky shooting: ‘We didn’t panic’

New York Times  

BOSTON — Derrick White chirped Jaylen Brown almost immediately after entering the Celtics locker room late Sunday night. “That’s cap.” Whoever deserved the block, plays like that one helped the Celtics survive the disappearance of what is often their greatest weapon. “That’s the most important thing, is take what the defense gives you, whether it’s a layup or 3.” GO …

Celtics rally late again to close out Pacers for 4-0 sweep in Eastern Conference finals
10 months ago

Celtics rally late again to close out Pacers for 4-0 sweep in Eastern Conference finals

Associated Press  

INDIANAPOLIS — Derrick White stood stoically at midcourt as his teammates celebrated Monday night. He saw Jayson Tatum toss the ball high into the air, Al Horford run toward the coaching staff and looking for his son long before Jaylen Brown hoisted the Eastern Conference finals MVP trophy. White, meanwhile, seemed ready to get back to work after making the …

Celtics head back to NBA Finals in more mature form: ‘We’re not satisfied’
10 months ago

Celtics head back to NBA Finals in more mature form: ‘We’re not satisfied’

New York Times  

The Athletic has live coverage of Celtics vs. Mavericks in Game 5 of the NBA Finals INDIANAPOLIS — On a table in the center of the Boston Celtics locker room late Monday night sat a variety of beer choices for the Eastern Conference champions. And I think we are ready to put our best foot forward.” Punched our ticket back …

Boston Celtics sweep Indiana Pacers to advance to the NBA Finals
10 months ago

Boston Celtics sweep Indiana Pacers to advance to the NBA Finals

LA Times  

Boston Celtics guards Jaylen Brown, left, and Jrue Holiday celebrate during the second half of their 105-102 victory over the Indiana Pacers in Game 4 of the NBA Eastern Conference finals on Monday. Derrick White‘s tiebreaking three-pointer with 43 seconds left gave Boston the lead and the Celtics closed out a four-game sweep of the Indiana Pacers 105-102 on Monday …

Celtics, Jaylen Brown locked in on ‘most important thing’ — winning
10 months ago

Celtics, Jaylen Brown locked in on ‘most important thing’ — winning

New York Times  

BOSTON — With 3:44 remaining in the third quarter Thursday night — the Boston Celtics versus the Indiana Pacers, TD Garden — Boston’s Jaylen Brown slid a pass under the basket to Oshae Brissett, who moved in for a demonstrative dunk. GO DEEPER How Jaylen Brown guided Celtics to 2-0 series lead in Eastern Conference finals Now, this would be …

How Jaylen Brown guided Celtics to 2-0 series lead in Eastern Conference finals over Pacers: 4 takeaways
10 months, 1 week ago

How Jaylen Brown guided Celtics to 2-0 series lead in Eastern Conference finals over Pacers: 4 takeaways

New York Times  

By Eric Nehm, Jay King, Jared Weiss, James Boyd and Hunter Patterson Jaylen Brown tied his playoff career high with 40 points to go along with five rebounds and two assists to lead the Boston Celtics to a 126-110 win over the Indiana Pacers on Thursday. — Jared Weiss, Celtics beat writer Indiana falls victim to regular lapses Going up …

Boston takes 1-0 lead into game 2 against Indiana
10 months, 1 week ago

Boston takes 1-0 lead into game 2 against Indiana

Associated Press  

Indiana Pacers vs. Boston Celtics Boston; Thursday, 8 p.m. EDT BETMGM SPORTSBOOK: LINE Celtics -8.5; over/under is 224.5 EASTERN CONFERENCE FINALS: Celtics lead series 1-0 BOTTOM LINE: The Boston Celtics host the Indiana Pacers in the Eastern Conference finals with a 1-0 lead in the series. TOP PERFORMERS: Derrick White is scoring 15.2 points per game and averaging 4.2 rebounds …

Eastern Conference finals is a matchup of season-long favorite Celtics and proud underdog Pacers
10 months, 1 week ago

Eastern Conference finals is a matchup of season-long favorite Celtics and proud underdog Pacers

Associated Press  

BOSTON — So much about the journey the Boston Celtics and Indiana Pacers have taken to the Eastern Conference finals has been about what – or specifically who – they haven’t had to face to get to here. Top-seeded Boston mostly coasted to a 4-1 first-round series win over a Miami Heat team that played without Jimmy Butler, the player …

The Celtics are in a good headspace as they head to a 3rd consecutive Eastern Conference finals
10 months, 2 weeks ago

The Celtics are in a good headspace as they head to a 3rd consecutive Eastern Conference finals

Associated Press  

BOSTON — Opposing fans have been begging for matchups with the Celtics this postseason. “Who wants Boston next?” AP AUDIO: The Celtics are in a good headspace as they head to a 3rd consecutive Eastern Conference finals The Celtics are halfway toward an NBA title. Three consecutive wins later, Boston likes the trajectory it’s on just four victories shy of …

Knicks take 1-0 lead into game 2 against the Pacers
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Knicks take 1-0 lead into game 2 against the Pacers

Associated Press  

Indiana Pacers vs. New York Knicks New York; Wednesday, 8 p.m. EDT BETMGM SPORTSBOOK: LINE Knicks -5.5; over/under is 220 EASTERN CONFERENCE SECOND ROUND: Knicks lead series 1-0 BOTTOM LINE: The New York Knicks host the Indiana Pacers in the Eastern Conference second round with a 1-0 lead in the series. The Knicks score 112.8 points per game, 7.4 fewer …

Knicks set for second round against the Pacers, an old-school playoff rival who play a new-age game
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Knicks set for second round against the Pacers, an old-school playoff rival who play a new-age game

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — Back when the New York Knicks would annually march on in the playoffs, they’d almost always run into the Indiana Pacers. “I guess whenever you have the original teams from back then, there’s always going to be some type of history,” Brunson said. We’re going to have to be very resilient and we’re going to have to …

Knicks didn’t cheat the game and it could pay off: ‘Everything counts’
11 months, 2 weeks ago

Knicks didn’t cheat the game and it could pay off: ‘Everything counts’

New York Times  

More than a decade ago, when the dregs of the NBA raced to the bottom for a chance at consensus No. 2-seeded team means New York will face the victor of Wednesday night’s Play-In Tournament game between the Philadelphia 76ers and Miami Heat, two teams that aren’t your usual seventh- or eighth-place finishers. “We’re trying to create good habits that …

Knicks top Nets 111-107, earn home-court advantage in 1st round of playoffs and stay alive for No. 2
11 months, 2 weeks ago

Knicks top Nets 111-107, earn home-court advantage in 1st round of playoffs and stay alive for No. 2

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — The New York Knicks will be at Madison Square Garden to begin the first round of the playoffs. Jalen Brunson had 30 points and 11 assists after a slow start, OG Anunoby scored all of his 15 points in the third quarter and the Knicks beat the Brooklyn Nets 111-107 on Friday night, clinching home-court advantage in …

Philadelphia faces New York on 3-game slide
1 year ago

Philadelphia faces New York on 3-game slide

Associated Press  

Philadelphia 76ers vs. New York Knicks New York; Sunday, 7 p.m. EDT BOTTOM LINE: Philadelphia aims to break its three-game losing streak with a win over New York. Philadelphia ranks fourth in the Eastern Conference with 15.9 fast break points per game led by Tyrese Maxey averaging 3.9. The Knicks score 113.0 points per game, 0.6 fewer points than the …

Hollinger: Are the Boston Celtics the NBA’s new future? + Sloan Conference takeaways
1 year ago

Hollinger: Are the Boston Celtics the NBA’s new future? + Sloan Conference takeaways

New York Times  

BOSTON — So … are the Celtics the anomaly, or are the Celtics the future? While the Celtics’ utter annihilation of the league this season gives them dominant stats on several levels, the kernel of it is that everybody can shoot, and thus opponents have no help defense. Boston’s top eight players all shoot over six 3-point attempts per 100 …

Is there a team in the Eastern Conference that can catch the Celtics?
1 year, 1 month ago

Is there a team in the Eastern Conference that can catch the Celtics?

New York Times  

BOSTON — The suspense could be over already. “I think we’re just doing a good job of just improving on stuff that we’ve been talking about,” White said. “We’re not satisfied with anything, so we just got to keep getting better and I think we’ve done a good job of that so far.” Last season, the Celtics struggled shortly after …

The NBA’s tournament quarterfinals are set, with Pacers, Bucks, Lakers and Kings set to host
1 year, 4 months ago

The NBA’s tournament quarterfinals are set, with Pacers, Bucks, Lakers and Kings set to host

Associated Press  

MIAMI — Khris Middleton had a thought pop into his head immediately after Milwaukee topped Miami to finish group play in the NBA’s In-Season Tournament with an unbeaten record. In the Eastern Conference, it’ll be Milwaukee hosting New York on Dec. 5 and Indiana playing host to Boston on Dec. 4; in the Western Conference, it’ll be the Los Angeles …

NBA: Boston Celtics Bounce Back to Beat Milwaukee Bucks, LA Lakers Fall Short of Dallas Mavericks
1 year, 4 months ago

NBA: Boston Celtics Bounce Back to Beat Milwaukee Bucks, LA Lakers Fall Short of Dallas Mavericks

News 18  

The Boston Celtics got back to winning ways with a 119-116 victory over the Milwaukee Bucks in their top-of-the-table NBA Eastern Conference clash on Wednesday as the Dallas Mavericks thwarted an incredible LeBron James-inspired comeback to beat the Los Angeles Lakers 104-101. Yet James’s former Cleveland team-mate Kyrie Irving rescued the Mavs with a clutch three-pointer to put Dallas back …

Boston Celtics continue unbeaten run with 124-114 win over the Brooklyn Nets
1 year, 4 months ago

Boston Celtics continue unbeaten run with 124-114 win over the Brooklyn Nets

The Independent  

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Knicks face Pelicans to complete back-to-back road games
1 year, 5 months ago

Knicks face Pelicans to complete back-to-back road games

The Hindu  

The New York Knicks’ busy start to the season extends one more day before finally offering a breather. “I thought our guys showed a lot of toughness,” Knicks coach Tom Thibodeau said after his team held off the Hawks. “We got great performances from a number of people.” One was Jalen Brunson, who made just 6 of 21 shots in …

Celtics’ gamble, Joel Embiid’s future: Previewing the Atlantic Division’s season
1 year, 6 months ago

Celtics’ gamble, Joel Embiid’s future: Previewing the Atlantic Division’s season

New York Times  

Apart from regular-season scheduling and a few secondary and tertiary playoff tiebreakers, the NBA’s division structure has lost much of its luster in recent years. With his trade from Washington to Boston, Kristaps Porziņģis has returned to the Atlantic Division, and he now is one of the Celtics’ key players. Weiss: ​​Mazzulla is the easy choice in that his job …

Celtics fall apart in bid for NBA history and now enter offseason of questions
1 year, 10 months ago

Celtics fall apart in bid for NBA history and now enter offseason of questions

Associated Press  

BOSTON — Armed with a raucous crowd and seemingly all the momentum after digging their way out of a 3-0 Eastern Conference finals hole, the Celtics entered their Game 7 matchup with the Heat eyeing a chance to make NBA history. Jayson Tatum rolled his left ankle on a layup attempt on Boston’s opening possession of the game, and he …

Buckley: Galvanized Celtics become fun bunch, bring ‘uphill climb’ back to Boston
1 year, 10 months ago

Buckley: Galvanized Celtics become fun bunch, bring ‘uphill climb’ back to Boston

New York Times  

MIAMI — On a couple of occasions Tuesday night, the Celtics held what looked like little breakaway meetings during timeouts with the likes of Marcus Smart and Jayson Tatum holding court next to the court. If you’re looking for displays of teamwork from the Celtics’ stayin’-alive, 116-99 victory over the Miami Heat in Game 4 of the Eastern Conference finals, …

NBA playoffs result: Celtics pulls away, beats Hawks 128-120 for 4-2 series win
1 year, 11 months ago

NBA playoffs result: Celtics pulls away, beats Hawks 128-120 for 4-2 series win

The Hindu  

Al Horford hit a huge 3-pointer against his former team and the Boston Celtics broke open a tight game in the closing minutes to finish off the Atlanta Hawks 128-120 on Thursday night for a 4-2 victory in the opening-round playoff series. The second-seeded Celtics advance to face the third-seeded Philadelphia 76ers, who’ve been resting since completing their four-game sweep …

Knicks defense suffocates Cavs stars in 99-79 win to take 2-1 lead in first-round series
1 year, 11 months ago

Knicks defense suffocates Cavs stars in 99-79 win to take 2-1 lead in first-round series

Daily Mail  

It's been a decade since the New York Knicks last won a postseason series, but that playoff drought could be in jeopardy after Friday night's 99-79 blowout over the visiting Cleveland Cavaliers. The victory gives New York a 2-1 series lead heading into Sunday's Game 4, and also serves as a warning for Eastern Conference foes: The Knicks are more …

Boston Celtics show dominant defense in series opener against Hawks, coach Mazzulla still hungry for improvement
1 year, 11 months ago

Boston Celtics show dominant defense in series opener against Hawks, coach Mazzulla still hungry for improvement

Hindustan Times  

The Boston Celtics put on a dominant display of defense to clinch a convincing 112-99 win against the Atlanta Hawks in the opening game of their Eastern Conference first-round series. BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS - APRIL 15: Jayson Tatum #0 of the Boston Celtics celebrates during the second quarter of Game One of the Eastern Conference First Round Playoffs between the Boston …

Knicks play the Pelicans, look for 6th straight victory
1 year, 11 months ago

Knicks play the Pelicans, look for 6th straight victory

Associated Press  

New York Knicks vs. New Orleans Pelicans New Orleans; Friday, 8 p.m. EDT BOTTOM LINE: New York will try to prolong its five-game win streak with a victory against New Orleans. New York ranks fifth in the Eastern Conference scoring 51.9 points per game in the paint led by Jalen Brunson averaging 10.4. LAST 10 GAMES: Pelicans: 8-2, averaging 118.5 …

Knicks keep their eyes on the prize, Pacers hope to avoid drafty fate
1 year, 11 months ago

Knicks keep their eyes on the prize, Pacers hope to avoid drafty fate

Hindustan Times  

With their playoff spot secured, the New York Knicks are preparing for their first-round matchup against the Cleveland Cavaliers. But before they get to that, they have to face their longtime rivals, the Indiana Pacers, in a pair of games to close out the regular season. New York Knicks to face Indiana Pacers on 5 April, 2023 Despite some injuries …

Knicks and Heat set to sizzle in a heated battle for Eastern Conference playoffs
2 years ago

Knicks and Heat set to sizzle in a heated battle for Eastern Conference playoffs

Hindustan Times  

The New York Knicks and the Miami Heat are set to face off in a critical game tonight at Madison Square Garden. The New York Knicks and the Miami Heat are set to face off in a critical game tonight at Madison Square Garden The Knicks are coming off a resounding victory over the Houston Rockets on Monday night, where …

Celtics lose 28-point lead to Nets: ‘We have to be able to learn from it’
2 years ago

Celtics lose 28-point lead to Nets: ‘We have to be able to learn from it’

New York Times  

BOSTON — Derrick White looked around, seemingly baffled by his team’s defensive breakdown. “I didn’t really see it.” Before walking into the locker room, Jaylen Brown threw his arms up as if to ask what the heck his team was doing. You don’t end a half well, you give a team life.” The Celtics gave Brooklyn life by messing around …

Knicks win 6th straight, drop Celtics from top spot in NBA
2 years, 1 month ago

Knicks win 6th straight, drop Celtics from top spot in NBA

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — Jayson Tatum was gone a few minutes before the Boston Celtics relinquished the top spot in the NBA, thrown out of a game for the first time in his career. “They were the better team tonight.” Julius Randle and Immanuel Quickley each scored 23 points, and the surging Knicks knocked Boston out of the top spot in …

What is happening with the Knicks? They are winning and good, but how good?
2 years, 1 month ago

What is happening with the Knicks? They are winning and good, but how good?

New York Times  

Mitchell Robinson’s path to a putback began on the other side of the court. We want to make a run in the playoffs.” It’s time to write a sentence that hasn’t been so common in New York over the past couple of decades: The Knicks are good. In the middle of the Celtics game, I received a text from another …

NBA: Boston Celtics Beat Philadelphia 76ers, Memphis Grizzlies Thump Denver Nuggets, New York Knicks Beat New Orleans Pelicans
2 years, 1 month ago

NBA: Boston Celtics Beat Philadelphia 76ers, Memphis Grizzlies Thump Denver Nuggets, New York Knicks Beat New Orleans Pelicans

News 18  

Jayson Tatum drained a three-pointer with less than two seconds remaining to give the Boston Celtics a thrilling 110-107 victory over the Philadelphia 76ers in a heavyweight Eastern Conference clash on Saturday. The 571st meeting between the two NBA rivals lived up to its billing with the lead changing hands five times in an enthralling contest which ebbed and flowed …

NBA Eastern Conference: Philadelphia 76ers look to cut into Boston Celtics’ lead
2 years, 1 month ago

NBA Eastern Conference: Philadelphia 76ers look to cut into Boston Celtics’ lead

The Hindu  

The Philadelphia 76ers will be on the road with an opportunity to gain ground on the Boston Celtics in the Eastern Conference standings when the teams meet Wednesday night. The second group comes in and thinks this is an offensive game and they didn’t see the reason the first group got the lead was because of defense.” Boston was without …

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