Celtics Lay Down the Law with Game 3 Victory
NEW YORK — After a disappointing Game 2 loss, the Boston Celtics faced a daunting 2-0 deficit against the New York Knicks, sparking premature speculation about their playoff future. Historically, teams in this position had only a 14.3% chance of advancing. However, in a definitive Game 3, the Celtics silenced their skeptics with a commanding 115-93 win at Madison Square Garden.
Jaylen Brown, a key player for the Celtics, delivered a strong performance, scoring 19 points and boasting a team-high +29 rating. In a postgame statement, he dismissed the naysayers: “They gotta beat us four times,” emphasizing that the series still has plenty of basketball left to be played.
The Celtics took control early, establishing a double-digit lead that expanded to 31 points as they showed urgency and determination crucial for overcoming the Knicks, who had previously capitalized on the Celtics’ subpar shooting behind the arc. This time, Boston transformed their 3-point shooting statistics from Game 2, making 20 of 40 attempts compared to a dismal 25% in the previous contests.
Celtics coach Joe Mazzulla credited his athletes’ intensity and focus upon returning from halftime, stating, “Just continue to play basketball all the way through the game.” Brown echoed this sentiment, noting the team’s ability to shoot confidently and encouraging further aggressiveness as they look to tie the series in the upcoming Game 4 on Monday.
As the defending champions regroup, they appear poised to capitalize on their regained momentum and challenge their opponents with renewed vigor. The Celtics aim to display their grit further and prove that the series is far from over.
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