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Knicks come from 20 down, beat Celtics 108-105 in OT as Bridges’ steal preserves Game 1 win

  • On Monday night in Boston, the New York Knicks overcame the Boston Celtics 108-105 in overtime to take the first matchup of their second-round playoff series.
  • The Knicks overcame a 20-point second-half deficit and entered the game as underdogs after losing all four regular-season matchups against the defending champion Celtics.
  • Jalen Brunson and OG Anunoby led New York with 29 points apiece, while Boston struggled from beyond the arc, missing a record 45 three-pointers, and experienced several lead changes throughout the game.
  • Mikal Bridges clinched the victory by intercepting an inbound pass intended for Jaylen Brown in the final second of overtime, securing the Knicks’ 108-105 win.
  • The Knicks' comeback win sets a competitive tone for the series and highlights Boston's struggles with shooting despite strong individual contributions from Celtics stars.
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Knicks rally to beat Celtics in Game 1

Boston misses an NBA playoff-record 45 3-pointers and blows a 20-point lead, losing in overtime.

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Knicks come from 20 down, beat Celtics 108-105 in OT as Bridges' steal preserves Game 1 win

BOSTON (AP) — Jalen Brunson and OG Anunoby each scored 29 points before Mikal Bridges stole the ball from Jaylen Brown with a second left in overtime as the New York Knicks stunned the Boston Celtics 108-105 in Game 1…

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Hoops Hype broke the news in on Monday, May 5, 2025.
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