Refused to get out! The defending champion scored 22 three-pointers: 6 players in double digits, Brown scored 26+8+12

On May 15, the NBA playoffs continued, with the Celtics playing against the Knicks at home. This is the life-and-death battle for the defending champion. The score was 1-3 behind. The two teams were in a tug-of-war, and the score difference had not been widened. The offensive end was back and forth, and the half-time tied at 59; in the second half, the Celtics were in a hot momentum, while the Knicks failed to keep up with the pace, the score difference was further widened, and the game also lost the suspense early. In the end, the Celtics defeated the Knicks 127-102, and the score reached 2-3.

Tatum was absent in this game, and the Knicks had a good momentum. The two teams were in a tug-of-war, with the scores alternately leading, and the gap had not widened. The Celtics had a good momentum at home and were behind 30-32 in the first quarter. The two teams were still in the second quarter, and the score difference could not be widened. The Knicks relied on Brunson and Hart to score points one after another, while the Celtics also seized the score and did not fall into a passive situation. Brown scored 12 points in a single quarter and successfully tied the score difference at 59 in the first half.

The change of sides and the Knicks' offense gradually fell into a slump and could not keep up with the pace. The Celtics were blooming inside and outside. White and Prichard hit three-pointers one after another, widening the gap. Brunson also received 5 fouls early, and fell 15 points behind after three quarters. In the final quarter, Horford scored 5 points in a row to widen the gap to 20 points. The Knicks' three-point shooting feel was still not good. Brunson was sent off after taking the 6th foul. The Celtics firmly took the initiative on the field and did not give the Knicks a chance, and finally won 127-102.

Knicks also failed to end the series this time. The team's offensive form is not good, and it is also impossible to limit the opponent's offense. This time, Brunson scored 22 points and 6 assists, and ended up with 6 fouls early; Hart performed well, making 5 of 9 three-pointers and scored 24 points and 7 rebounds. But except for them, the other players are in average shape, which eventually leads to losing the game. The next game back to home will become more critical.

Celtics withstood the pressure. In the absence of Tatum, the team scored in double digits, successfully continuing the suspense of the series. This time White became the team's surprise, making 7 of 13 three-pointers, scoring a game-high 34 points, and 3 rebounds and 2 assists. In addition, Brown also took on the heavy responsibility, scoring 26 points, 8 rebounds and 12 assists, playing very comprehensively. In addition, the Celtics finally regained their outside feel, making 22 of 49 three-pointers, which is also the key to their winning goal.