The Boston Celtics kicked off their NBA season in style with a resounding 132-109 victory over the New York Knicks on opening night. Led by Jayson Tatum's impressive performance of 37 points and 10 assists, the Celtics showcased their offensive prowess by tying an NBA record with 29 made 3-pointers.
Joining Tatum in the scoring column were Derrick White with 24 points and Jaylen Brown with 23 points, highlighting the Celtics' depth and firepower. The defending champions wasted no time asserting their dominance, building a commanding lead of up to 35 points before the final buzzer.
Despite the Knicks' efforts, including a 22-point performance from Jalen Brunson and contributions from new addition Karl-Anthony Towns, they were unable to keep pace with the Celtics' high-octane offense. The TD Garden crowd even took a moment to taunt their rivals with chants of 'Yankees Suck!' as the game slipped out of reach for New York.
With the victory, the Celtics sent a clear message to the rest of the league, showing that they are determined to defend their title with tenacity and skill. The new-look Knicks, who were expected to pose a challenge in the Eastern Conference, will need to regroup and find their rhythm after this early setback.
Looking ahead, the Celtics will face the Washington Wizards in their next game, while the Knicks will aim to bounce back in their home opener against the Indiana Pacers. Both teams will be eager to build on their performances and make their mark on the new NBA season.
As the Celtics celebrate their record-tying 3-point shooting display and look ahead to future challenges, the NBA season is off to an exciting start with plenty of action and drama yet to unfold.
