Jalen Brunson Shines in Fourth, Knicks Edge Out Celtics to Lead 2-0
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Jalen Brunson led the New York Knicks to a thrilling 91-90 victory over the Boston Celtics in Game 2 of the NBA Eastern Conference semifinals, securing a 2-0 lead in the series. Brunson scored all 14 of his points in the fourth quarter, including crucial free throws in the final moments. The Knicks overcame a 20-point deficit, with Mikal Bridges making a game-ending steal. The game was marred by a false fire alarm at the TD Garden, causing an evacuation after the match.
Key Points
The New York Knicks defeated the Boston Celtics 91-90 in Game 2, taking a 2-0 lead in the series.
Jalen Brunson scored all 14 of his points in the fourth quarter, including two crucial free throws with 12.7 seconds left to secure the lead.
Mikal Bridges made a game-ending steal, contributing to the Knicks' victory.
The Knicks overcame a 20-point deficit to win the game.
Josh Hart led the Knicks with 23 points, while Karl Anthony Towns contributed 21 points and 17 rebounds.
Boston's Jayson Tatum was limited to 13 points on 5 of 19 shooting, with the team struggling from three-point range.
A false fire alarm at the TD Garden led to an evacuation after the game, but no one was harmed.