Knicks Shock the Celtics! OG Anunoby's Epic Game 1
Whoa, Nelly! The New York Knicks just pulled off a HUGE upset last night, beating the Boston Celtics 108-105 in overtime. Honestly, who saw that coming? They were down by 20 points at one point! It was a wild ride.
OG Anunoby: The Man of the Hour
OG Anunoby? This guy was ON FIRE. He absolutely exploded for a playoff career-high 29 points. Twenty-nine! That's insane. And it wasn't just the points; he was everywhere. Ten of 20 from the field, six of eleven from three – the guy was hitting shots from everywhere. Plus, he added four rebounds, three assists, and a steal. He was truly all over the court. When asked about guarding Jayson Tatum, OG simply said, "Just forcing him into difficult shots." That pretty much sums it up.
The Knicks' Amazing Comeback
The comeback itself was something else. Down 20? You know how sometimes things just spiral? It kinda felt like watching a slow-motion trainwreck for a while there. But then, BAM! The Knicks flipped the switch. The second half was all them. Jalen Brunson was also incredible, matching Anunoby's 29 points, hitting some clutch threes in the fourth. And let's not forget Mikal Bridges' game-sealing steal in the final moments. It was a total team effort – grit, determination, and a whole lot of heart.
What Went Wrong for the Celtics?
On the other side of the court, things weren't so rosy for the Celtics. Their offense sputtered, especially from beyond the arc. They shot just 25% from three-point range (15 of 60). Ouch. Injuries didn't help either. Kristaps Porzingis was out sick, and Sam Hauser left the game with an ankle injury. That really threw a wrench in Boston’s rotation.
Game 2: Can the Knicks Keep it Up?
This Game 1 win has sent shockwaves through the NBA. It's a huge statement. The Knicks showed they can compete with the best, and Anunoby's performance was legendary. But can they keep this momentum going? Game 2 in Boston is going to be a completely different beast. Can they replicate this magic on the road? It's going to be a nail-biter, that's for sure. We'll be glued to our screens!
