New York Knicks vs Boston Celtics Prediction 05/14/2025 | NBA

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After wasting a 10-point lead for the third time in the series, the Boston Celtics now come to this Game 5 needing to beat the New York Knicks if they don’t want their season to end.

New York Knicks vs Boston Celtics: Knicks +5

The Knicks have surprised in this series against the Celtics, overcoming deficits of up to 20 points to win three of the first four games of the series, with high-level defense and an effective offense. For their part, the Celtics have had trouble being consistent, and with the injury to Jayson Tatum, who will miss the rest of the season, they have an uphill battle. The Knicks have been the best road team in these playoffs, and have already won twice in Boston, so we expect them to take advantage of Tatum’s absence and at least cover a +5 handicap.

Injuries for New York Knicks:

All available

Injuries for Boston Celtics:

S. Hauser Day to day.

J. Tatum Out.

New York Knicks vs Boston Celtics: Under 209

The Knicks’ defense has been the main cause of their success in this series, and with the Celtics missing their main offensive weapon, they will surely be able to have another good defensive performance in this game. However, the Celtics are also usually strong on defense, and Tatum’s absence will force them to be more solid in that aspect, plus, being at home they will try not to disappoint their fans. Therefore, we expect a low-scoring game.

New York Knicks vs Boston Celtics Prediction

This will surely be a very close and entertaining game until the end, and Tatum’s absence gives the Knicks new hope to finish the series in this Game 5, so we expect both teams to do their best work and leave a score with few points and little margin.

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