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 come from 20 down, beat Celtics 108-105 in OT as Bridges’ steal preserves Game 1 win
BOSTON (AP) — The Knicks grew accustomed to facing big deficits against the Celtics this season. New York faced another one to open its Eastern Conference semifinal matchup against the defending NBA champions. This time, the Knicks found a way to overcome it. Jalen Brunson and OG Anunoby each scored 29 points before Mikal Bridges stole the ball from Jaylen Brown with a second left in overtime, and the Knicks stunned Boston 108-105 in Game 1 of t…
Knicks storm back to force OT, take down Celtics in Game 1
Jalen Brunson and OG Anunoby each scored 29 points as the visiting New York Knicks earned a 108-105 overtime victory against the Boston Celtics in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference semifinals Monday night.

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.
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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