The New York Knicks and Boston Celtics will play in the first game of the Eastern Conference Semifinals. This game will take place at TD Garden on Monday, May 5, 2025, at 7:00 PM. Fans can watch the game on TNT.
The New York Knicks come into this series after a 4-2 series win against the Detroit Pistons. In their last game, they won 116-113. Jalen Brunson led the team with 40 points and 7 assists.
The Boston Celtics finished their first-round series with a 4-1 record against the Orlando Magic. They won their last game by a score of 120-89. Jayson Tatum was a key player, scoring 35 points and adding 10 assists.
Celtics Preview
The Boston Celtics are in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals. They have a strong postseason record of 4-1. At home, they have won all three games. Joe Mazzulla is the head coach leading the team.
In the first round, the Celtics had a 4-1 record against the Orlando Magic. They won the last game by 31 points. Jayson Tatum scored 35 points in that game. Jaylen Brown and Al Horford also contributed with solid performances.
During the regular season, the Celtics had a record of 61-21. They ranked second in the Eastern Conference. Their home record was 28-13. The team scored an average of 106.4 points per game.
Jayson Tatum is a key player for the Celtics. In the postseason, he averages 31.2 points per game. Jaylen Brown and Derrick White also have strong postseason stats. The team allows the fewest points per game in the league.
Knicks Preview
The New York Knicks are in the Eastern Conference Semifinals of the NBA Playoffs. They have a postseason record of 4-2. Their away record is strong at 3-0, but their home record is 1-2. In the regular season, they had a record of 51-31, with a home record of 27-14.
Jalen Brunson is a key player for the Knicks. In the postseason, he averages 31.5 points per game, ranking second in the league. He also contributes 8.2 assists per game, which ranks fifth in the league. Karl-Anthony Towns is another important player, averaging 19.7 points and 10 rebounds per game in the postseason.
Josh Hart and OG Anunoby also play significant roles. Hart averages 11.8 points and 8.7 rebounds per game in the postseason. Anunoby contributes 17.3 points and 4.8 rebounds per game. Mikal Bridges adds 16.2 points and 5 rebounds per game.
The Knicks have solid team stats. They score 108 points per game, ranking seventh in the league. They allow 106.7 points per game, ranking eighth. Their field goal percentage is 45.0%, and they make 11 three-pointers per game. The team also averages 40 rebounds and 19.8 assists per game.
Statistical Breakdown for Celtics vs Knicks
The game between the Boston Celtics and the New York Knicks will be shaped by key stats. The Celtics have the best defense, allowing only 93.6 points per game. They also have a strong three-point defense, allowing just 26.3% shooting. On the other hand, the Knicks score 108 points per game and have a solid away record. Jalen Brunson’s scoring and assists will be important for the Knicks.
- Boston Celtics Points Per Game: 106.4 (11th)
- Boston Celtics Points Per Game Allowed: 93.6 (1st)
- Boston Celtics Three Point Percentage Allowed: 26.3 (1st)
- New York Knicks Points Per Game: 108.0 (7th)
- New York Knicks Points Per Game Allowed: 106.7 (8th)
- Jalen Brunson Postseason Points Per Game: 31.5
Betting Insights
The New York Knicks and Boston Celtics are set to meet, and bettors have a lot to consider. The Knicks have been strong on the road in the postseason, while the Celtics have been solid at home. Both teams have shown different trends in their Over/Under results. Here are the top five betting trends to keep in mind for this game:
- The Knicks have a perfect 3-0 ATS record on the road in the 2025 postseason.
- The Celtics have a 2-1 ATS record at home in the 2025 postseason.
- The Knicks have hit the over in their last game, continuing a 1-game over streak.
- The Celtics are on a 2-game over streak in the 2025 postseason.
- The Knicks have a 1-game ATS winning streak in the postseason.
Free Betting Prediction for Celtics vs Knicks
The Boston Celtics have shown strong performance at home, winning all three postseason games. Their defense is the best in the league, allowing only 93.6 points per game. Jayson Tatum’s scoring and the team’s solid defense make them tough to beat at home.
The New York Knicks have been impressive on the road, with a perfect 3-0 record in the postseason. Jalen Brunson’s scoring and assists are key for the Knicks. Their ability to score 108 points per game will test the Celtics’ defense.
Considering the Celtics’ home advantage and strong defense, they are likely to win. The Knicks’ road performance and scoring ability will keep the game competitive. The game might be close, but the Celtics should come out on top.
- Our Free Prediction: Celtics -9.0
