After the Eastern Conference-leading Cleveland Cavaliers thumped New York by 37 points Friday night, the defending champion Boston Celtics pulled out their third double-digit win of the season over the Knicks with a 118-105 victory in Boston on Sunday.
The Knicks are trying to navigate a season riddled with injuries, and the upcoming NBA All-Star break provides a much-needed opportunity for recovery.
The break offered a valuable opportunity for the Knicks (36-18) to rest and reset before they begin a crucial 28-game home stretch with a chance to prove they belong among the NBA’s elite.