Celtics Dominate Game 4, Take 3-1 Series Lead Over Knicks

Celtics Dominate Game 4, Take 3-1 Series Lead Over Knicks...

The Boston Celtics delivered a commanding 112-89 victory over the New York Knicks in Game 4 of their Eastern Conference semifinals series Thursday night at TD Garden. Jayson Tatum led the charge with 29 points, while Jaylen Brown added 25 as Boston moved within one win of advancing to the conference finals.

The win gives the Celtics a crucial 3-1 series advantage heading back to Madison Square Garden for Game 5 on Saturday. Boston's defense stifled New York, holding the Knicks to just 38% shooting from the field and forcing 15 turnovers.

This matchup is trending nationally as it features one of the NBA's most storied rivalries during the high-stakes playoffs. The Celtics' dominant performance has sparked celebrations across New England while leaving Knicks fans searching for answers after their team's worst playoff loss this season.

Boston's bench provided critical support, outscoring New York's reserves 42-26. Payton Pritchard contributed 14 points, including three three-pointers that helped break the game open in the third quarter. The Celtics shot 48% from beyond the arc as a team.

Knicks star Jalen Brunson struggled with his shot all night, finishing with just 18 points on 6-of-17 shooting. New York now faces elimination in front of their home crowd, needing to win three straight games against a Celtics team that's won 7 of their last 8 playoff games.

The series resumes Saturday at 8:30 PM ET in what could be the final game at MSG this season. With Boston's championship aspirations looking stronger than ever, all eyes will be on whether the Knicks can extend the series or if the Celtics will close it out in dominant fashion.