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New York Knicks vs. Boston Celtics: Preview, Predictions and Picks for October 22, 2024

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Oct 22, 2024 7:10 AM
On Tuesday, October 22, 2024, the Boston Celtics kick off their season at TD Garden, hosting the New York Knicks at 7:30 PM. Both teams enter the matchup with a clean slate, each looking to secure their first win of the young NBA season. This Atlantic Division showdown sets the stage for an exciting opener in Beantown.
New York Knicks
Boston Celtics

Boston Celtics recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
10/15/24 @ Toronto Raptors L 119-118
10/13/24 vs Toronto Raptors W 115-111
10/12/24 vs Philadelphia 76ers W 139-89
10/6/24 vs Denver Nuggets W 130-104
10/4/24 vs Denver Nuggets W 107-103

New York Knicks recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
10/18/24 @ Washington Wizards L 118-117
10/15/24 vs Charlotte Hornets W 111-105
10/13/24 vs Minnesota Timberwolves W 115-110
10/9/24 vs Washington Wizards W 117-94
10/6/24 @ Charlotte Hornets W 111-109

Knicks vs Celtics predictions

As the New York Knicks gear up to face the Boston Celtics at TD Garden, several key players are poised to make significant impacts. Jalen Brunson, coming off a strong previous season, is expected to shine brightly, potentially notching up around 24 points and leading the team with his playmaking finesse, contributing nearly 6 assists. On the wings, Mikal Bridges should also play a pivotal role; his robust scoring ability could see him amassing over 16 points. Underneath the basket, Karl-Anthony Towns will likely be a dominant force, leveraging his size and skill to command double-digit rebounds and score around 20 points, a crucial factor if the Knicks are to stay competitive.

On the opposing end, the Boston Celtics' roster boasts substantial depth, spearheaded by Jayson Tatum, who is anticipated to lead his team both in scoring and on the boards. With a projection of nearly 25 points and over 8 rebounds, his performance will be key in setting the pace for the Celtics. Alongside Tatum, Jaylen Brown is another crucial figure expected to significantly contribute with upwards of 22 points and more than 6 rebounds, ensuring the Celtics pose a dual threat from both the perimeter and inside the paint.

Considering the depth and versatility of the Celtics, especially with standout performances expected from Tatum and Brown, Boston is in a robust position to clinch a victory in their home opener. The mix of their offensive firepower and strategic home-court advantage at TD Garden sets them up favorably against the Knicks in this early season matchup. Overall, while the Knicks have players who can potentially match up stat-for-stat, the cohesive unit of Boston with its balanced attack might just be the tipping point in their favor.

Boston Celtics injuries

  • Kristaps Porzingis (C): Out

New York Knicks injuries

  • Kevin McCullar Jr. (F): Out
  • Precious Achiuwa (PF): Out
  • Mitchell Robinson (C): Out

Knicks vs Celtics game info

Venue TD Garden
Location Boston, MA
Tip-off Tue 7:30 PM
TV TNT

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