Knicks vs Celtics Picks and Prediction – 5/7/2025

In the first game of a Wednesday night NBA on TNT playoff doubleheader, the New York Knicks will square off against the Boston Celtics from TD Garden. For other NBA action see our NBA Predictions. The third-seeded Knicks are undefeated through their first four road playoff games and are looking to reach their first Eastern Conference Finals since 2000. In Game One, New York knocked down 17-of-37 three-point attempts during a 108-105 road victory.

All-Star Jalen Brunson came up huge down the stretch for New York and finished with 29 points. OG Anunoby contributed 29 points on 10-for-20 from the field. Karl-Anthony Towns added 14 points and 13 rebounds for the Knicks, who won despite failing to convert 14 of 31 free-throw attempts. 

The Boston Celtics have reached the NBA Finals in two of the last three seasons and rank second in the postseason in defensive efficiency. During Monday’s series opening home loss, Boston was limited to five points during the overtime period. The second-seeded Celtics missed 45 of 60 three-point attempts and shot an ice cold 35 percent overall.

All-Stars Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown led five Boston players in double figures with 23 points each on a woeful 14-for-43 shooting effort. Derrick White scored 19 points and grabbed 11 rebounds. Jrue Holiday added 16 points and six boards for the Celtics, who outrebounded the Knicks by a 59-49 margin. 

Boston C Kristaps Porzingis was scoreless in 13 minutes of action and did not return in the second half due to an illness. The Knicks rank second during the playoffs in defensive efficiency, so the under is worth a look. The stronger play is on New York to upset a wounded Boston squad. Final Score Prediction, New York Knicks win 107-102.