The Boston Celtics defeated the New York Knicks 114-98 Monday evening, moving to 8-2 on the season. Jayson Tatum led the way for the home team with 35 points, 7 assists, and 6 rebounds, fueling a second-half surge for the Celtics and securing a win in the process.
The first half was an even affair, with neither team able to wrestle control of the game. The Knicks were the better team shooting the ball, but Boston’s ability to pound the rock kept things close. The Celtics eventually took control in the second half after establishing an offensive rhythm. Boston pulled away in the third period before closing the door for good in the fourth. With Tatum at the helm, the Celtics outscored the Knicks 62 to 45 in the second half.
A special moment occurred in the third quarter when an open 3-pointer allowed Jrue Holiday to score his 15,000th career point. Let’s take a closer look at Boston’s 114-98 against the New York Knicks on Monday at TD Garden.
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— The Celtics Wire (@TheCelticsWire) November 14, 2023