After taking a 3-1 series lead, the Knicks faced a tough challenge against the Celtics, even without injured star Jayson Tatum. In Game 5, the Celtics displayed their depth with six players scoring in double figures, led by Derrick White’s 34 points and Jaylen Brown’s near triple-double, resulting in a 127-102 victory. Despite the loss of Tatum, the Celtics showcased their strong offense and defense, forcing the Knicks into 10 turnovers and 36 percent shooting, demonstrating their resilience as defending champions.
