Knicks begin season with drubbing from Celtics

On opening night at TD Garden in Boston, the Knicks faced off against the Celtics, who were celebrating their 18th championship banner and receiving their championship rings. Despite the Knicks coming in with a remade roster, they struggled defensively against Boston's exceptional three-point shooting, allowing the Celtics to score a record-tying 29 three-pointers. Jayson Tatum led the Celtics with 37 points, while the Knicks' Mikal Bridges managed to recover from a poor first half to contribute 16 points. The Knicks’ defense, particularly the pairing of Bridges and OG Anunoby, failed to contain Tatum or Jaylen Brown effectively. As the game progressed, the Celtics quickly built a significant lead, highlighting the disparity in team cohesion and performance. Knicks coach emphasized the need for improvement and recognized the challenge of competing against a seasoned and successful team like the Celtics. Despite the discouraging outcome, Knicks forward Josh Hart attempted to put a positive spin on the result, indicating that an opening night loss should not be overly concerning. The Knicks will need to learn from their defensive lapses to build momentum as the season continues. The complexity of adapting to a new team dynamic underlines the task ahead for Knicks players and coaching staff as they work to elevate their game. The matchup served as an early reminder of the formidable competition they will face in the league this season. Looking ahead, the Knicks are looking to enhance their performance and make adjustments, aiming for growth in team chemistry and success in upcoming games.