The Boston Celtics’ backs are against the wall as they face a 0-2 hole against the New York Knicks in Game 3 at Madison Square Garden in downtown New York on Saturday, May 10. The Knicks showed grit in the first two games of their Eastern Conference semifinals series, recovering from 20-point deficits in back-to-back games.
The Celtics controlled most of the past two games, before fumbling their lead in the fourth quarter to allow the Knicks to get plenty of momentum as the series shifts to New York for Game 3.
The Celtics shot 25 of 100 from the three-point line in the first two games, which has been cited as the biggest factor in their losses. The Knicks have leaned on a balanced outing to steal two road wins before heading to their home court.
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Celtics star Jayson Tatum put up 23 and 13 points, respectively, in the first two games of the series to lead the defending champions. The Knicks leaned on Jalen Brunson, who had 29 and 17 points in Games 1 and 2, to carry New York to a 2-0 series lead.
Boston Celtics vs New York Knicks predicted starting lineups and depth charts
Boston Celtics predicted starting lineups and depth charts
The Boston Celtics will look to muster a lineup capable of bouncing back after two tough losses against the Knicks. In Game 3, they are expected to field Derrick White, Jaylen Brown, Jrue Holiday, Jayson Tatum, and Al Horford as starters in New York. Head coach Joe Mazulla will call the shots once more as they shoot for their first win in the series.
New York Knicks predicted starting lineups and depth charts
The New York Knicks will be carrying a lot of momentum ahead of their Game 3 faceoff against the Celtics. The home squad is predicted to start Jalen Brunson, Mikal Bridges, Josh Hart, OG Anunoby, and Karl Anthony-Towns. The Knicks will lean on head coach Tom Thibideau.
Boston Celtics vs New York Knicks injury reports
Boston Celtics injury report
The Boston Celtics’ core is expected to remain intact in their Game 3 pursuit against the Knicks, as only one player is listed in their injury report, namely Sam Hauser, who is day-to-day due to an ankle injury.
New York Knicks injury report
The New York Knicks will be complete in their quest to extend their series lead against the defending NBA champions Celtics, as no player is listed in their injury report.
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Edited by Chaitanya Prakash
