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Knicks and Celtics Set for Pivotal Game 4 in Eastern Conference Semifinals

With New York holding a 2–1 series lead, Boston looks to tie the series tonight at Madison Square Garden.

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Jayson Tatum #0 of the Boston Celtics shoots against Mikal Bridges #25 of the New York Knicks during game Three of the Eastern Conference Second Round NBA Playoffs at Madison Square Garden on May 10, 2025 in New York City.
May 10, 2025; New York, New York, USA; Boston Celtics guard Jaylen Brown (7) looks to drive past New York Knicks guard Jalen Brunson (11) in the third quarter during game three of the second round for the 2025 NBA Playoffs at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Wendell Cruz-Imagn Images
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Overview

  • Game 4 of the Eastern Conference semifinals tips off at 7:30 p.m. ET on May 12 at Madison Square Garden, broadcast on ESPN and streamed on services including Sling TV, YouTube TV, and Fubo.
  • The Knicks lead the series 2–1 after two dramatic comeback wins in Games 1 and 2, while the Celtics responded with a dominant 22-point victory in Game 3.
  • Boston’s Jaylen Brown, a key contributor in Game 3, is available to play, while Sam Hauser is sidelined with an ankle injury; the Knicks report no injuries.
  • A win for the Knicks would give them a commanding 3–1 series lead, while a Celtics victory would even the series and shift momentum back to Boston.
  • This is the first playoff meeting between these Atlantic Division rivals since 2013, with both teams vying to advance to the conference finals.