NBA playoffs: Celtics miss record 45 threes as Knicks roar back from 20 points down

theguardian.comPublished: 5/6/2025

Summary

The New York Knicks stunned the Boston Celtics with a dramatic 108-105 victory in Game 1 of their Eastern Conference semifinals, overcoming a 20-point halftime deficit thanks to standout performances from Jalen Brunson and OG Anunoby, who each scored 29 points. The Knicks secured the win in overtime after Mikal Bridges tipped Jaylen Brown's shot with just two seconds left, while the Celtics struggled offensively, missing nearly all their threes and falling to a 15-for-60 shooting performance despite featuring key players like Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown. Injuries, including Jrue Holiday's return and Kristaps Porzingis' illness, also hampered the Celtics' efforts.