The Boston Celtics are alive in the Eastern Conference semifinals after a dominant 127-102 win over the New York Knicks in Game 5 on Wednesday night. Derrick White led the way for Boston with 34 points, including seven three-pointers, helping his team stay alive in the series.
Game Overview
- The Celtics were down two games to one heading into this matchup and aimed to even the series.
- They started strong, with White scoring eight of his first nine points from beyond the arc.
- The Knicks also began well but trailed by nine points early in the second quarter.
Key Moments
- New York managed to tie the game before halftime and took a one-point lead into the third quarter.
- White shifted the momentum with six three-pointers during a 15-0 run for Boston, allowing them to build on their advantage throughout the fourth quarter.
Player Highlights
- Jaylen Brown finished with 26 points and set career highs with eight rebounds and seven assists. He became the only other Celtic since Paul Pierce to achieve this milestone in the playoffs.
- Derrick White was instrumental in the victory, showcasing his shooting prowess.
Coaching Updates
- Celtics coach Joe Mazzulla expressed uncertainty about when Jayson Tatum would return from surgery on his left Achilles tendon, following an injury sustained while driving through contact with Josh Hart.
- Knicks coach Tom Thibodeau reported that Jalen Brunson was fine after being ejected earlier in the week for his sixth technical foul. Brunson, who has been out due to injury, is expected back soon.
Knicks Performance
Despite missing their top scorer, the Knicks put up impressive numbers against a Celtics defense that has been stingy all postseason long:
- Julius Randle had season highs of four blocks and five steals.
- RJ Barrett contributed with season highs of six steals and four blocks off the bench.
Looking Ahead
Overall, it was a significant win for the Celtics, who will look to keep the momentum going when they host the Knicks again on Friday night at TD Garden.
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