Before Game 2 against the Celtics, Knicks head coach Tom Thibodeau emphasized the importance of teamwork, defense, and mental toughness in the playoffs. The Knicks executed his philosophy, overcoming a 20-point deficit to win 91-90, taking a 2-0 series lead. Thibodeau praised their defense, which limited the Celtics to 34% shooting in the second half, but expressed concern over rebounding, as they were outrebounded 51 to 46, highlighting the need to play solidly for the entire game to avoid giving the Celtics second chances.
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Knicks take Game 2 on familiar Tom Thibodeau recipe: ‘Defense, toughness, teamwork’
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