- What: NBA Eastern Conference Playoffs Semifinals Game 2
- When: May 7, 2025
- Who: New York Knicks vs. Boston Celtics
- Time: 4:00 p.m. PST
- Where: TD Garden (Boston, MA)
The third-seeded New York Knicks will face the second-seeded Boston Celtics in Game 2 of their Eastern Conference semifinals series on Wednesday.
The Knicks currently lead the series 1-0. The game will begin at 4 p.m. ET at TD Garden.
In a thrilling Game 1, the Knicks pulled off an upset, winning 108-105 in overtime as 9-point underdogs, with the total score hitting 213.
New York overcame a 20-point deficit in the third quarter, and Mikal Bridges played a crucial role, clinching the victory by stealing the ball from Jaylen Brown with just one second left in overtime.
Jalen Brunson and OG Anunoby each contributed 29 points to the win. Following this victory, the Knicks’ odds shifted from +500 to +275 at BetMGM Sportsbook for the series.
The Celtics set an NBA playoff record by missing 45 three-pointers in Game 1. Jayson Tatum and Brown each scored 23 points, while guard Derrick White added 19 points and 11 rebounds.
During the regular season, Boston performed well against New York, going 3-1 against the spread (ATS) and matching that record with the Over.
According to TeamRankings.com, the Celtics have an impressive 18-4 ATS record (81.8%) following a straight-up loss this season.
With New York having taken the home-court advantage, it will be challenging for them to sustain the same level of intensity as the Celtics in Game 2.
The Knicks stealing home-court from the Celtics is more than most expected for them. This is a smash spot for the Celtics. They are covering the -10.5 point spread in this one, as they most likely blow out the Knicks in game 2.
Best Bet: Celtics -10.5 Points at -110 odds
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