Celtics Suffer Historic Game 1 Loss to Knicks in Overtime
Boston Celtics faced a disheartening setback in Game 1 of their playoff series against the New York Knicks, falling 108-105 in overtime on May 5, 2025. The team struggled significantly from beyond the arc, setting an NBA record for postseason 3-point misses with a staggering 45 misses, shooting only 15-for-60. Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown, who had previously excelled against the Orlando Magic, managed only 4-for-15 and 1-for-10 from deep, respectively.
Despite a commanding 20-point lead in the second half, the Celtics’ inability to convert key shots allowed the Knicks to mount a comeback. Notable performances from Knicks’ OG Anunoby and Mikal Bridges, who both excelled in crucial moments, complemented Jalen Brunson’s late-game efforts.
The final seconds of overtime proved disastrous for Boston, as they were unable to attempt a field goal, culminating in a game-tying steal by Bridges. The loss was exacerbated by injuries to key players, including Kristaps Porzingis and Sam Hauser. Game 2 now looms large, set for Wednesday, forcing the Celtics to regroup to avoid a daunting 2-0 series deficit.
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