The New York Knicks defeated the Boston Celtics 121-113 in Game 4 of the Eastern Conference finals on Tuesday night, taking a commanding 3-1 lead in their best-of-seven series. This win marked a crucial turning point for the Knicks, who had struggled to find consistency throughout the playoffs.
Key Performers
- Jalen Brunson: Led the charge for New York with a season-high 39 points and 12 assists.
- Mikal Bridges: Contributed significantly with 23 points.
- Karl-Anthony Towns: Also added 23 points to help seal the win.
- OG Anunoby: Stepped up after struggling in previous games, scoring a season-high 20 points against Boston’s defense.
Injury Impact
The game took a turn when Jayson Tatum suffered a right leg injury late in the fourth quarter. With the Celtics trailing by just four points and less than three minutes remaining, Tatum was injured while driving past Julius Randle. He was subsequently carried off on crutches by trainers.
- Tatum finished the game with 9 points on 5-for-14 shooting.
- Celtics coach Joe Mazzulla expressed concern over Tatum’s injury, stating, "It’s tough. He got hurt when he drove past Julius Randle."
Closing Moments
Mikal Bridges made several clutch shots down the stretch and grabbed key rebounds, including one that sealed the victory as time expired. He was fouled hard by Derrick White but made both free throws, finishing with six more points than Towns.
Celtics’ Outlook
The loss puts Boston under immense pressure as they face an uphill battle to stage one of only four comebacks from a three-game deficit in NBA history if they want to retain their title.
- Al Horford, a forward for the Celtics, remained optimistic, stating, "We’re not going anywhere yet. We’re still alive."
The Knicks now look to capitalize on their lead as the series progresses.
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