Celtics crumble to Knicks in decisive 2nd quarter
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The Boston Celtics and New York Knicks have revealed their final injury reports ahead of their Friday encounter, a rematch of a memorable six-game second-round
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Towns was the only Knicks player connecting early, draining three of four three-point field goals in the opening quarter. The rest of the team missed their first nine attempts before one finally fell, and Boston held a 30-22 lead at the end of the period.
-- Kolek's made shot was also the start of a 15-0 run by New York that ended on a Payton Pritchard technical free throw. The Knicks ultimately ended the quarter outscoring Boston, 42-14, and going into halftime with a 64-44 lead.
The Boston Celtics are set to take on the New York Knicks for their home game of the season. More news: Celtics Bring in Fired Knicks Coach for Practice Ahead
Tipoff is at 7:30 p.m. ET from Madison Square Garden in New York City, where the Knicks went 27-14 last season. New York is a 3.5-point favorite in the latest Celtics vs. Knicks odds, while the over/under for total points scored is 229.
Tonight’s Celtics vs. Knicks game will not air on traditional cable as it is exclusive to the Prime Video streaming service. NBA on Prime, including Celtics vs. Knicks, is streaming exclusively on Prime Video, so you’ll need an Amazon Prime subscription to watch the game.
Eastern Conference matchup between the Boston Celtics and the New York Kicks can be streamed via NBA on Prime Video, starting at 7:30pm ET. The action will follow when the Minnesota Timberwolves face the Los Angeles Lakers ( 10pm ET, NBA on Prime ).