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.