The Celtics are in the best form of the season and will be looking for their fifth consecutive victory against the Knicks, who have them under control.
So until further notice, the Knicks can’t be classified as contenders. They’re too far below the Celtics and Cavaliers to be taken seriously. Sunday was just the latest example. In three games against Boston, they’ve been outscored by 63 points and struggle to defend the 3-point line.
The past three days were a harsh reality check for the New York Knicks. Facing the top-seeded Cleveland Cavaliers and second-seeded Boston Celtics, New York suf
New York Knicks' Miles McBride (2) passes the ball to Karl-Anthony Towns (32) against Boston Celtics' Al Horford, left, and Derrick White (9) during the second half of an NBA basketball game Sunday, Feb. 23, 2025, in Boston. (AP Photo/Michael Dwyer) AP