The New York Knicks and Boston Celtics will meet for Game 4 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals. The game will take place at Madison Square Garden. It is scheduled for Monday, May 12, 2025, at 7:30 PM and will be broadcast on ESPN.
The Celtics have a record of 5-3 in the playoffs. In their last game, they won against the Knicks by 22 points. Jayson Tatum scored 22 points, while Payton Pritchard added 23 points. The Celtics lost the first two games of the series by narrow margins.
The Knicks lead the series 2-1 with a playoff record of 6-3. They lost their last game against the Celtics by 22 points. Jalen Brunson scored 27 points in that game. The Knicks won the first two games of the series, with close wins over the Celtics.
Knicks Preview
The New York Knicks are in Game 4 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals. They have a postseason record of 6-3. Their away record is strong at 5-0, but their home record is 1-3. Head Coach Tom Thibodeau is leading the team through the playoffs.
In the regular season, the Knicks had a record of 51-31. They ranked 3rd in the Eastern Conference and 2nd in the Atlantic Division. Their home record was 27-14, while their away record was 24-17. They are currently 1.0 game back in the postseason.
Jalen Brunson is a key player for the Knicks. He averages 29.1 points per game in the postseason, ranking 2nd in the league. Karl-Anthony Towns also contributes with 19.3 points and 11.7 rebounds per game. Josh Hart adds 13.1 points and 8.3 rebounds per game.
The Knicks’ offensive stats show they score 104.4 points per game. They attempt 86.7 field goals per game with a 44.0% shooting percentage. Defensively, they allow 105.6 points per game. They rank 3rd in field goal percentage allowed at 43.0%.
Celtics Preview
The Boston Celtics are in the Eastern Conference Semifinals. They have a postseason record of 5-3. Their home record in the playoffs is 3-2.
Jayson Tatum is a key player for the Celtics. He averages 26.1 points per game in the postseason. Tatum also grabs 12 rebounds per game.
Jaylen Brown contributes with 22.1 points per game. He also averages 7.1 rebounds. Derrick White adds 17.8 points and 4.1 assists per game.
The Celtics have strong defensive stats. They allow 95 points per game, which ranks first. They also lead in three-point percentage allowed at 28.9%.
Statistical Breakdown for Knicks vs Celtics
The game between the New York Knicks and Boston Celtics will highlight defense. The Celtics allow only 95 points per game, the best in the league. The Knicks score 104.4 points per game, ranking 14th. Rebounding will also play a role, with the Celtics grabbing 45.4 rebounds per game compared to the Knicks’ 42.0. Both teams have strong defensive stats, so scoring might be lower.
- Knicks Points Per Game: 104.4 (14th)
- Celtics Points Per Game: 105.2 (12th)
- Knicks Points Per Game Allowed: 105.6 (7th)
- Celtics Points Per Game Allowed: 95.0 (1st)
- Knicks Rebounds Per Game: 42.0 (13th)
- Celtics Rebounds Per Game: 45.4 (5th)
- Knicks Field Goal Percentage: 44.0 (13th)
- Celtics Field Goal Percentage: 43.8 (15th)
- Knicks Three Point Percentage: 35.4 (11th)
- Celtics Three Point Percentage: 35.1 (12th)
Betting Insights
The Boston Celtics and New York Knicks are set for a game that offers several betting insights. The Celtics have been even against the spread (ATS) in the postseason, while the Knicks have shown strength on the road. Both teams have trends in the Over/Under category that bettors should consider. Below are the top five trends for this game.
- The Knicks are 5-0 ATS on the road in the 2025 postseason.
- The Celtics have a 2-game under streak in the postseason.
- The Knicks are 4-1 ATS as underdogs in the 2025 postseason.
- The Celtics have gone under in 4 of their last 7 postseason games.
- The Knicks have a 2-game under streak in the postseason.
Free Betting Prediction for Knicks vs Celtics
The game between the New York Knicks and Boston Celtics is expected to be a defensive battle. The Celtics have the best defense in the league, allowing only 95 points per game. The Knicks have a strong road record in the postseason, which could help them in this game. Jalen Brunson’s scoring ability will be crucial for the Knicks to stay competitive.
Rebounding will be important in this game. The Celtics have an edge with 45.4 rebounds per game compared to the Knicks’ 42.0. Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown will be key players for the Celtics. They both contribute significantly in scoring and rebounding. The Knicks will need to find ways to limit their impact.
Betting trends suggest a close game. The Knicks are 5-0 against the spread on the road. The Celtics have a 2-game under streak, which aligns with the defensive nature of both teams. The total points might stay under 208.5, given both teams’ defensive stats. The Celtics are favored, but the Knicks could cover the spread.
- Our Free Prediction: Knicks +6.5
