How grittiness' sparked Knicks' magical Game 1 comeback win over Celtics | amNewYork
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How grittiness' sparked Knicks' magical Game 1 comeback win over Celtics | amNewYork
""We told each other, Just keep believing. Keep fighting. Keep sticking together and keep chipping away,' star guard Jalen Brunson said. There wasn't going to be a 29-point shot to come back. We just had to keep chipping away possession by possession.""
""New York outscored Boston 47-25 in the final 17-plus minutes of regulation, then put the defensive clamps down in overtime, yielding just five points to pull out a shocking, statement-making 108-105 victory.""
In a thrilling Game 1 of the Eastern Conference semifinals, the New York Knicks defied expectations by overcoming a 20-point deficit against the Boston Celtics. Predicted to be an easy victory for the Celtics, the Knicks showcased resilience, outscoring Boston 47-25 in the last 17 minutes of regulation and dominating in overtime. Key performances came from Jalen Brunson and OG Anunoby, each contributing 29 points. Their gritty persistence paid off, leading to a significant 108-105 victory that established an early advantage in the series.
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