
Celtics vs. Knicks: Game 6 Preview for 2025 NBA Playoffs
A detailed analysis of Game 6 between the Celtics and Knicks as the teams vie for a spot in the Eastern Conference finals.
The Boston Celtics, seeded second, are preparing to even the score in their best-of-seven series against the third-seeded New York Knicks in Game 6 on Friday night. During Game 5, Boston avoided elimination by defeating New York with a 127-102 scoreline, marking their second victory in this playoff series, both by significant margins of at least 22 points.
Game Details
- Tipoff: 8 p.m. ET at Madison Square Garden, New York City (NY). The home team boasts a 27-14 record during the regular season.
- Knicks’ Edge: New York has triumphed in seven of the last eleven postseason confrontations against Boston. They enter this game as 2.5-point favorites.
Betting Odds
- New York Knicks: -2.5
- Total Points Over/Under: 211.5 (an increase from 209.5)
- Money Line: Knicks -144, Celtics +122
Notable Updates
- Precious Achiuwa is considered questionable for this game due to an ankle injury.
Performance Highlights
- Jalen Brunson has emerged as a leader for the Knicks with an average of 29.4 points and 7.8 assists in postseason play, alongside a standout performance with 39 points in Game 4.
- Karl-Anthony Towns, averaging 19.6 points and 11.3 rebounds, has been a consistent threat with several double-doubles throughout the series.
Celtics’ Situation
- With Jayson Tatum sidelined for the remainder of the season, Jaylen Brown has stepped up, averaging 22.3 points in the playoffs.
- Derrick White showcased a strong performance in Game 5, scoring 34 points with notable contributions on both ends of the court.
Predictions
The SportsLine Projection Model has simulated the game 10,000 times, yielding insights that heavily suggest leaning towards the under on total points, with projection indicating a joint score of 209 points. Strong betting interests are expected as both teams strive for prominence in this Eastern Conference semifinal matchup.