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Knicks Host Celtics in High-Stakes Playoff Preview

4/10/2026

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Knicks Host Celtics

The New York Knicks host the Boston Celtics in a playoff preview after a three-game winning streak.
The Knicks own a 28-9 home record and aim to leverage that advantage against Boston this season.
Jalen Brunson averages 33.7 points and assists against the Celtics this season.
The Celtics have won four straight as Jayson Tatum returns to Madison Square Garden after an Achilles injury, signaling a high-stakes showdown.

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LeBron Leads Lakers

The Los Angeles Lakers face the Golden State Warriors on April 9 with Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves sidelined.
LeBron James is projected to play a major role, averaging 21.5 points and 10.5 assists when Doncic is out.
He may struggle with assists, having gone under 9.5 assists in four of his last six games.
The Warriors rank 17th in opponent assists allowed, suggesting a potentially favorable matchup for James.

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Knicks Host Celtics

The New York Knicks host the Boston Celtics in a playoff preview after a three-game winning streak.
The Knicks own a 28-9 home record and aim to leverage that advantage against Boston this season.
Jalen Brunson averages 33.7 points and assists against the Celtics this season.
The Celtics have won four straight as Jayson Tatum returns to Madison Square Garden after an Achilles injury, signaling a high-stakes showdown.

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