The Boston Celtics and New York Knicks reignite their storied rivalry in the second round of the 2025 NBA playoffs. The Knicks are just one victory away from their first appearance in the Eastern Conference finals since 2000. Currently, New York leads the series 3-2, while Boston seeks to force a Game 7 sans star Jayson Tatum, who recently underwent surgery for a torn Achilles.

New York is favored in the upcoming Game 6 at Madison Square Garden.

Following two wins in Boston to start the series, the Celtics clawed back with a victory in Game 3. Game 4 was a tight contest until Tatum’s injury late in the game prevented the Celtics from securing a win. However, they redeemed themselves with a strong performance in Game 5 at MSG.

This playoff encounter marks their first showdown since 2013. Last season’s champions, the Celtics, dispatched the Orlando Magic in the first round, while the Knicks eliminated the Detroit Pistons in a tightly contested series.

Celtics vs. Knicks Schedule, Scores

All times Eastern

• Game 1: Knicks 108, Celtics 105 (OT)
• Game 2: Knicks 91, Celtics 90
• Game 3: Celtics 115, Knicks 93
• Game 4: Knicks 121, Celtics 113
• Game 5: Celtics 127, Knicks 102 – New York leads 3-2
• Game 6: Friday, May 16 | Knicks vs. Celtics | 8 p.m., ESPN/fubo
• *Game 7: Monday, May 19 | Celtics vs. Knicks | 8 p.m., TNT/Max

Celtics vs. Knicks Odds

Odds via DraftKings

• Series odds: Knicks -275, Celtics +225
• Game 6 odds: Knicks -2.5, O/U 211.5

Celtics vs. Knicks Game 6 Pick

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