NEW YORK – The New York Knicks secured their place in the Eastern Conference finals, marking a significant milestone after a quarter-century wait. They achieved this with a dominant performance against the Boston Celtics, the current NBA champions. The victory with a score of 119-81 in the sixth game of the series sealed the 4-2 triumph, unleashing euphoria among the fans.
Brunson and Anunoby Lead the Attack
Jalen Brunson and OG Anunoby were the offensive pillars for the Knicks, scoring 23 points each. Mikal Bridges added 22 units, while Karl-Anthony Towns contributed 21 points. The 38-point difference in the score represents the Knicks’ largest victory in a postseason game.With this victory, the Knicks are preparing to face the Indiana Pacers, a team they faced in their last appearance at this stage in the year 2000. The first game of the Eastern Conference Finals is scheduled for Wednesday night in New York.
Absolute domain from the beginning
The Garden faithful celebrated in advance, seeing their team control the game from the start. It’s the first time since 1999 that the Knicks have won a playoff series on their home court, an achievement that kicked off a celebration that promises to last several days.
Celtics Overwhelmed by the Situation
The Celtics, affected by the injury of Jayson Tatum, who suffered a ruptured Achilles tendon in Game 4, tried to force a seventh game at home. However, the team led by Joe Mazzulla could not stop the Knicks’ momentum.
Jaylen Brown, with 20 points, was Boston’s standout player on a forgettable night.
From the first quarter, the Knicks’ superiority was evident. The absence of their star, combined with a collective performance below expectations, sentenced a Celtics team that failed to defend their title.
