The Boston Celtics refused to let the New York Knicks finish the series on their home court. The defending champions came out strong and cruised to a 127-102 victory at TD Garden in Game 5 on Wednesday. Although they were without star forward Jayson Tatum, who missed the game due to an injury suffered in Game 4, the Celtics showed no signs of panic.
Derrick White delivered a stellar performance in Tatum’s absence, and five other Celtics players scored in double figures to push the series to a crucial Game 6. The Knicks now lead the series 3-2.
Boston Celtics Keep Series Alive With Dominant Performance From Derrick White
White lit up the Knicks with 34 points on Wednesday. He added three rebounds, two assists, and three blocks, while connecting on seven three-pointers. He went 9-for-16 from the field and hit 9 of his 11 free throws. With this game, White is now tied for the most playoff appearances in Celtics history with 30 or more points and seven or more threes in a single game.
DERRICK WHITE TONIGHT —
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34 POINTS
3 REBOUNDS
3 BLOCKS
2 ASSISTS
9/16 FGM
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Jaylen Brown scored 26 points while contributing eight rebounds and 12 assists. Jrue Holiday added 14 points, seven rebounds, and three assists. Al Horford chipped in 12 points along with five rebounds. Payton Pritchard brought energy off the bench with 17 points, while Luke Kornet also made his presence felt with 10 points and nine rebounds.
The Knicks struggled to keep up with Boston’s offensive rhythm. Karl-Anthony Towns led the way with 19 points and eight rebounds. Jalen Brunson added 22 points and six assists, while Josh Hart contributed 24 points, seven rebounds, and two assists.
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Miles McBride added 11 points, while Mitchell Robinson provided a strong presence inside with eight points and 13 rebounds. OG Anunoby and Mikal Bridges were less effective, combining for just 15 points.
The next game will determine whether the Celtics can force a Game 7 or if New York will close it out.
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