Saturday May 03, 2025

Knicks vs Celtics: Can New York Pull the Upset?

The Knicks are moving on-but can they handle the Celtics? Brendan and Nolan dive into one of the most anticipated matchups in the East: New York vs. Boston. From Jalen Brunson's heroics to the Knicks' fourth quarter collapses, we analyze what just happened with Detroit and how it sets up a brutal challenge ahead.

β€’ Why Knicks fans are both hopeful and terrified

β€’ How Boston's lethal bench tilts the series

β€’ Defensive matchups, coaching trust, and shot selection breakdowns

β€’ Predictions: Will it be a sweep? A fight?


00:00 Introduction and Overview

00:17 Recap of Knicks' Game Six Victory

00:55 Knicks' Struggles and Inconsistencies

03:10 Key Moments and Player Performances

07:45 Looking Ahead: Knicks vs. Boston

12:14 Predictions and Betting Odds

16:19 Knicks' Struggles Against Physical Defense

16:44 Detroit's Strategy and Knicks' Adjustments

17:45 Boston's Superior Defense and Depth

18:28 Knicks' Coaching and Roster Questions

20:26 Boston's Bench Strength and Strategy

21:46 Knicks' Bench Performance and Challenges

23:25 Boston's Trust in Their Players

24:11 Knicks' Hopes and Realistic Expectations

29:10 Comparing Odds and Fan Perspectives

31:16 Final Thoughts and Predictions


Drop your predictions in the comments! Who takes this series?


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