Knicks Stun Celtics Again, Take 2-0 Series Lead With Dramatic Comeback Victory in Game 2
The Knicks overcame a 20-point deficit to defeat the Celtics 91-90, taking a commanding 2-0 lead in the Eastern Conference semifinals.
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In Game 2 of the Eastern Conference semifinals, the New York Knicks staged a remarkable comeback from a 20-point deficit to edge the Boston Celtics 91-90, taking a 2-0 series lead. Mikal Bridges excelled with 14 points—all in the fourth quarter—and made a crucial game-ending steal. Jalen Brunson scored 17 points, hitting key free throws in the final seconds. The Celtics struggled, shooting just 36.2% and allowing the Knicks to rally late, with Jaylen Brown and Derrick White each scoring 20 points but failing to secure a win. Game 3 will be held on Saturday in New York.
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- Led by Josh Hart’s 23 points, the New York Knicks stun defending NBA champion Boston Celtics, coming from 20 down to steal a 2-0 playoff series advantage.
- Jalen Brunson made two free throws with 12.7 seconds to play, lifting the New York Knicks to a 91-90 win over the host Boston Celtics and a 2-0 lead in their Eastern Conference semifinal series.
- Boston had a chance to recover in the final seconds on Wednesday, but Mikal Bridges knocked the ball away from Jayson Tatum and New York took possession.
Al Jazeera·24d· "…Boston was again foiled by poor 3-point shooting."
The Guardian·24d· "…Despite their shooting struggles, the Celtics found some traction late in the third quarter, using a 16-6 run – keyed by their effort on the defensive end – to turn a 10-point lead into a 73-53 advantage late in the period."
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