Summary
The New York Knicks won against the Boston Celtics with a score of 119-81, earning a spot in the Eastern Conference finals for the first time in 25 years. Jalen Brunson and OG Anunoby each scored 23 points to help secure the victory, and the Knicks will face the Indiana Pacers next.
Key Facts
- The New York Knicks defeated the Boston Celtics in the play-offs with a score of 119-81.
- Jalen Brunson and OG Anunoby each scored 23 points for the Knicks.
- This win allowed the Knicks to reach the Eastern Conference finals for the first time in 25 years.
- The Knicks won the series 4-2 and will now play against the Indiana Pacers.
- Six Knicks players scored in double figures, marking the largest play-off win margin in their history.
- Boston Celtics' star Jayson Tatum was absent due to an Achilles tendon injury.
- The game was attended by several celebrities, including Timothee Chalamet and Spike Lee.
- Knicks coach Tom Thibodeau praised his team's performance against the Celtics.