The Celtics look weak this season, even in the playoffs the team made it through thanks to a successful play-in performance. The team managed to deal with Washington (118-100), but then the fun began. Boston got to Brooklyn and felt the full power of the star trio. Brad Stevens’s guys could not impose a fight in any of the fights, so they will try to somehow remedy the situation on the home arena. The team noticeably lacks Jaylaine Brown, although the attacking defender will not help the club this season. The Celts hope for the support of fans and their home walls, because in any case they will have to take risks. Bookmakers do not believe in the strength of owners, although we all know perfectly well what Jason Tatum and the company are capable of.
The New Yorkers also surprised most of the league’s opponents with their performance. Tim Thibodeau really managed to build a combat-ready team, which can surprise. New York started the streak with home matches, but lost to Atlanta in the first meeting (105-107). There was a real struggle on the floor, but luck was on the side of guests. The head coach quickly sorted out this situation and pointed out to players their mistakes, which helped to level the score in the second confrontation (101-92). The Knicks should prepare for serious pressure, although there is no doubt that guests will gnaw the ground for the sake of victory. The third meeting is extremely important, accordingly, a real cut awaits us.
