Boston Celebrates with 132-109 Victory over New York Knicks
Banner 18 Celebration Continues for Boston Celtics
Jayson Tatum continued Boston’s Banner 18 celebration by scoring 37 points and making eight of the Celtics’ NBA record-tying 29 3-pointers on Tuesday as Boston ran away with a 132-109 victory over the New York Knicks on opening night.
Celtics’ Record-Shattering Performance
Derrick White scored 24 points, Jaylen Brown added 23, and Tatum had 10 assists for the defending champions, who raised their NBA-most 18th championship banner to the rafters before the game. Boston led by as many as 35 points before missing its last 13 3-point attempts while trying to break the record.
New York Knicks Struggle
Jalen Brunson scored 22 points for New York, and new addition Karl-Anthony Towns had just 12 points and seven rebounds.
Key Moments
- On July 28, U.S. Olympic basketball coach Steve Kerr benched Tatum for a game against Serbia, guaranteeing Tatum would be motivated for the Celtics’ title defense.
- The Celtics hit their 29th 3-pointer early in the fourth quarter, but then fired up two long airballs and 13 misses in a row from beyond the arc as they went for the record set in 2020 by Milwaukee.
Takeaways
- The new-look Knicks were supposed to be the biggest threat to the Celtics in the Eastern Conference, but even after adding Towns and Mikal Bridges over the summer, they were no match for the team that finished 14 games in front last season.
Next Up
- The Celtics visit Washington on Thursday, while the Knicks play their home opener against Indiana on Friday.
Conclusion
The Boston Celtics made a statement in their season opener, dominating the New York Knicks with a record-tying 29 3-pointers. The defending champions will look to continue their strong start with a visit to Washington on Thursday, while the Knicks will aim to bounce back in their home opener against Indiana on Friday.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Who scored 37 points for the Boston Celtics?
A: Jayson Tatum
Q: How many 3-pointers did the Celtics make in the game?
A: 29
Q: Who scored 22 points for the New York Knicks?
A: Jalen Brunson
Q: What was the final score of the game?
A: Boston Celtics 132, New York Knicks 109
Q: When and where do the teams play next?
A: The Celtics visit Washington on Thursday, while the Knicks play their home opener against Indiana on Friday.
