Key Points Summary:Knicks vs Celtics Game 3
- Ticket prices for Game 3 at Madison Square Garden have reached unprecedented levels, with average resale prices nearing $2,000.
- The Knicks lead the series 2-0 after two dramatic comebacks against the Celtics.
- Fans are eager to witness the Knicks’ potential advancement to the Eastern Conference Finals for the first time since 2000.
- The atmosphere at Madison Square Garden expected to be electric, reminiscent of the team’s glory days
Celtics rout Knicks 115-93 to cut New York’s lead to 2-1 in the Eastern Conference semifinals
It was the „Game of the Year“ for New York Basketball fans. Tickets for Madison Square Garden were sold for more than $ 2.000 on the day of the game. And all New Yorkers wished to blow their arch rivals from Boston out of the play offs with bringing the semi-finals to 3-0.
But the Boston Celtics destroyed New York in the first deciding games of the Semi finals. They Blwe the Knicks out of their own Madison Square Garden with a 22-point-advantage.
Boston had a great game – destroying the Knicks from the very beginning.
Jayson Tatum had 22 points, nine rebounds and seven assists, Payton Pritchard scored 23 points and the Boston Celtics easily got their first win in the Eastern Conference semifinals by routing the New York Knicks 115-93 on Saturday in Game 3.
The Celtics went 20 for 40 from 3-point range after going just 25 for 100 in their two losses in Boston, when they blew 20-point leads in the second half of both games. They went ahead by 31 in this one and there was never anything resembling a comeback for the Knicks.
Tatum, an All-Star who shot just 12 for 42 overall in Boston, and Pritchard, the NBA Sixth Man of the Year, both made five 3s.
Jaylen Brown scored 19 points and Derrick White had 17 for the Celtics, who will try to tie the series Monday night in Game 4 before returning to Boston for Game 5 on Wednesday.
On the other side the Knicks were a big disappointment.
Even when Jalen Brunson scored 27 points and Karl-Anthony Towns had 21 points and 15 rebounds for the Knicks, who blew a 2-0 lead in this round last year and are still seeking their first conference finals appearance since 2000.
Boston made more 3-pointers than any team in NBA history during the regular season, when it swept all four meetings against New York. But the Celtics were ice cold to open this series, starting with an NBA playoff-record 45 misses in Game 1.
They made their first four 3-point shots in a blistering start Saturday and never really slowed down. They finished 6 for 7 behind the arc en route to a 36-20 lead, their highest-scoring first quarter of the postseason, quickly taking the energy out of a crowd where some fans paid more than $600 per ticket to be in the arena with the celebrities for one of the biggest games the Knicks have played in the 2000s.
Tatum and Pritchard hit consecutive 3s for a 55-33 lead with 4 1/2 minutes remaining in the half, and Boston took a 71-46 lead to the locker room.
New York was 5 for 25 behind the arc and shot 68.6% on free throws — though that was mostly because Mitchell Robinson went 4 for 12 as the Celtics fouled the poor free throw shooter intentionally.
Their is one more chance for the Knicks to bring the lead in the semi-finals to 3 – 1 on Monday night at 7:30 pm ET at home one their Madison Square Garden which will be one more time sold out completely – this time with even higher prices.
If the Celtics win their second game on the road too and if they tie the series to 2 – 2 next Monday, they have a good chance to win the semi-finals in Games 5 and 7 at home.
Boston Celtics destroy Knicks in Game 3 with 96 – 73 after 3rd quarter -Can the Knicks overcome a 23-point-deficit ?
The Boston Celtics are on the run of winning their „life-saving“ game 3 in the semi-finales of the NBA playoffs.They destroyed the Knicks in the first three quarter in front of their home crowd with impressive 96 – 73 points – leading by 23 points.Brown has 19 points til now and Tatum is impressive with 17 points.
On the side of the disappointing Knicks Brunson scored 25 points, Towns 15 and Bridges is disappointing with only 10 points.If the Celtics win they will shorten the series to 1 – 2, bringing the decision back to Boston in Game 5.
Celtics lead big against Knicks: 71 – 46 after 1st half in game of the year
The Celtics fight back with full force against the Knicks after being down by 2 – 0 in the semi-finals of the NBA playoffs til now.After the first half the Boston Celtics have an impressive 25-point-lead in Madison Square Garden in front of a stunned New York fan crowd.
They lead by 71 – 46 at halftime in New York.The New York Knicks were absolutely destroyed by the Boston Celtics in the first 24 minutes til halftime.The Celtics already started strong and had a commanding lead of 16 points with 36 – 20 after the first quarter.And they even got stronger in the second quarter, expanding their lead to 71 – 46 at the halftime.Boston was impressive, shot 12-of-19 from 3-point-line and 24-44 from the field.
The Knicks scored only 2 there-pointers in the whole first half and have a disastrous game til now.Brown is the best player on an incredible good Boston team with 17 points in the first half. Tatum had a strong performance too with 14 points, Pritchard has 13 points til now.With the Knicks team only two players are in double digits: Towns with 13 points and Brunson with 12.
Bridges is a complete disappointment til now with 4 points only.The Knicks need a little wonder in the second half – but they had two strong comebacks in the second half already in the first two games in Boston.And they believe that the new Pope will help them – because he was in the same Villanova-college as Brunson, Bridges and Towns have been.
Boston Celtics on a run in New York: Boston leads in 3rd semi.finale 36 – 20 after 1st quarter
New York is in basketball fever since 3:30 pm ET – the Celtics play against the Knicks in the third Sami-finale of Round 2. And Boston has to win if they want to stay alive in the NBA play-off.The Celtics started Game 3 with a perfect storm against the Knicks. After the first quarter they have a 16 point lead with 38 – 23.Brown and White have the most points – each 7 points – for the Celtics in the first quarter. Tatum has a strong performance with 6 points.The Knicks are a big disappointment in the first quarter, scoring only 20 points. Towns and Brunson have 6 points each, Bridges has 4 points.New York has to fight back now – and they start the second quarter strong.
Knicks vs. Celtics Game 3: A Historic Showdown at Madison Square Garden
The New York Knicks set to face the Boston Celtics in Game 3 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals at Madison Square Garden. With the Knicks leading the series 2-0 after two stunning comebacks in Boston, anticipation for this matchup has reached a fever pitch.
Unprecedented Ticket Demand
Ticket prices for Game 3 have soared to historic highs. According to Victory Live. Tb he average resale price for the game is approximately $1,956. With some courtside seats listed for as much as $54,500 . Even the most affordable seats are commanding premium prices. Most with standing-room-only tickets starting at $590. Balcony seats at $628 before fees
A Chance to Make History
The Knicks’ performance in this series has reignited hopes of a deep playoff run. If they secure two more victories. They will advance to the Eastern Conference Finals for the first time since 2000. This potential milestone has only intensified fan enthusiasm and demand for tickets.
Madison Square Garden: The Epicenter of Excitement
Madison Square Garden expected to be electric, with fans eager to support their team in. It could be a pivotal game. The Knicks’ resilience and determination have drawn comparisons to the gritty teams of the 1990s. And the current squad is looking to carve out its own legacy.
Knicks vs Celtics Game 3
As the Knicks prepare to host the Celtics in Game 3. The city is abuzz with excitement. With ticket prices reflecting the high stakes and fan fervor. Madison Square Garden poised to witness a potentially historic moment in Knicks history.
