Celtics Dominate Knicks in High-Scoring Victory

2025-03-01

The Boston Celtics secured a dominant 131-104 victory over the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden on Saturday night, improving their record to 37-16 and maintaining their second-place standing in the Eastern Conference. The Knicks, now 34-18, struggled to keep pace despite a strong performance from Jalen Brunson, who scored 36 points. Jayson Tatum led the Celtics with 40 points, six rebounds, and four assists, while Derrick White added 17 points and Luke Kornet contributed a double-double with 14 points and 12 rebounds.

The Celtics took control early, building a 30-19 lead by the end of the first quarter and extending it to 61-48 at halftime. Despite a brief rally by the Knicks in the third quarter, Boston pulled away again, entering the final period with a 20-point advantage. The defending champions showcased their depth, with Payton Pritchard scoring 25 points off the bench.

Injury concerns affected both teams, with the Knicks missing OG Anunoby due to a foot injury and the Celtics resting Jrue Holiday and Kristaps Porzingis. The Celtics’ victory marked their second win over the Knicks this season, with one more matchup remaining between the Atlantic Division rivals. The game was broadcast on ABC, providing fans with a playoff-like atmosphere in what could be a preview of the Eastern Conference finals.

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