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Knicks Dominate Celtics to Secure First Eastern Conference Finals Berth in 25 Years

New York's balanced scoring and Boston's loss of Jayson Tatum propel the Knicks to a decisive Game 6 victory, setting up a clash with the Indiana Pacers.

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Mikal Bridges (l.) von den New York Knicks und Payton Pritchard Boston Celtics.

Overview

  • The New York Knicks defeated the defending champion Boston Celtics 119–81 in Game 6, winning the series 4–2.
  • This marks the Knicks' first appearance in the Eastern Conference Finals since 2000, where they will face the Indiana Pacers starting Wednesday in New York.
  • Six Knicks players scored in double figures, with Jalen Brunson and OG Anunoby leading the way with 23 points each.
  • Boston struggled without star Jayson Tatum, who suffered an Achilles tendon rupture in Game 4; Jaylen Brown led the Celtics with 20 points.
  • The Knicks effectively sealed the game in the second quarter, outscoring Boston 38–17 and entering halftime with a commanding 64–37 lead.