Jayson Tatum scores 36, sizzles down the stretch as Celtics fend off Knicks 107-103
On Friday night, the Boston Celtics secured a hard-fought 107-103 victory over the New York Knicks at home. Jayson Tatum was the standout performer, contributing 25 points in the second half, including seven points in the final eight. Paul George and Neemias Queta chipped in 15 points each to stem a late Knicks rally. However, the Celtics' dominant third quarter, which saw them outscore the Knicks 33-24, proved crucial in cementing their 10-point halftime lead.
The game featured 12 lead changes and four ties, with Boston extending their lead to as much as 91-79 before the Knicks staged a 12-3 surge to narrow the gap to 94-91. New York briefly retook the lead at 99-96, but OG Anunoby's two free throws and Jayson Tatum's decisive 3-pointer from the wing sealed the deal for the Celtics, who now stand at 1-2 on the season.
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