Boston Celtics on the Brink: Knicks Stun in Game 2 as OKC Levels Series

Celtics Face Elimination After Another Heartbreaking Loss

The Boston Celtics find themselves on the brink of elimination after a razor-thin 91-90 defeat to the New York Knicks, who have taken a commanding 2-0 lead in their Conference Semifinals series. The Celtics now face a daunting task: winning four straight games to reach the Conference Finals, with the next two matches set in Madison Square Garden.

Beaten once again on his parquet floor by the Knicks (91-90), Celtic is led 2-0 in this semi-final of the conference is before playing twice in New York. Report

Knicks Stage Comeback for the Ages

In a repeat of Game 1, the Knicks erased a seemingly insurmountable 20-point deficit to snatch victory from the jaws of defeat. Heading into the final quarter, Boston held a 73-53 lead. But a stunning 35-15 fourth quarter from the Knicks, capped off by Jalen Brunson’s two-free throw makes with 12.7 seconds remaining, saw them seal an improbable win.

“It’s incredible. We never gave up, and that’s what I’m most proud of,”” Brunson told reporters post-game.

The address wasn’t there for the Celtics once again. After a dismal 15-of-60 three-point shooting in Game 1, they managed only a 10-of-40 performance in Game 2, which proved costly in the end.

OKC Ties Series in Denver

Out West, the Oklahoma City Thunder evened their series at 1-1 with a resounding 149-106 victory over the Denver Nuggets. The Thunder set the tone early, winning the first quarter 45-21, and continued their onslaught to lead 87-56 at the half, setting a new record for points scored in a playoff first half.

“It was a great team effort tonight. We moved the ball really well and got everyone involved,” Thunder coach Mark Daigneault told reporters.

Up Next

• Game 3: Boston Celtics @ New York Knicks – Tuesday, May 10
• Game 3: Oklahoma City Thunder @ Denver Nuggets – Wednesday, May 11

FAQs

What is the current series score between the Celtics and Knicks?

The Knicks lead 2-0.

Who leads the series between the Thunder and Nuggets?

The series is tied at 1-1.

Did you know?

Jalen Brunson is the first player in Knicks history to score the game-winning points in a playoff game on a buzzer-beating free throw.

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