Where Jayson Tatum found added inspiration in Celtics’ win over Knicks

It was evident to anyone watching the Knicks’ two losses to the Celtics this season — on opening night and again Saturday night.

Former Celtics player and current TV analyst Brian Scalabrine piled on during the postgame show following the Knicks’ 131-104 loss Saturday at the Garden.

“If you’re the Knicks, it all comes crashing down,” Scalabrine said. “Like, now you are reminded once again that you are just not at the same level and you have a long ways to go.”

Celtics star Jayson Tatum, who scored a game-high 40 points in the win, said he was motivated to have a big night by the sight of at least one movie star in attendance.

Where Jayson Tatum found added inspiration in Celtics’ win over Knicks
Jayson Tatum dribbles the ball during the game against the New York Knicks on February 8, 2025 at Madison Square Garden in New York City, New York.“I saw Denzel Washington sitting courtside, so I was excited about that. Tried to [put on a show],” Tatum said. “Besides Boston, it’s probably the best place to play. They got all the celebrities, but they also have that edge. They got an edge about them. They know basketball, they’re pᴀssionate, they’re chanting and cheering the whole time. So, it is a special place to play.”

Related Posts

Trump trolls Taylor Swift in brutal social media post as he leaves Super Bowl 2025 early

Trump trolls Taylor Swift in brutal social media post as he leaves Super Bowl 2025 early

Donald Trump got in a dig at Taylor Swift after he was cheered and she was jeered at Super Bowl 59 after hopping off the Kansas City…

Knicks frustrated by struggles against NBA’s elite after Celtics drubbing: ‘Unacceptable’

Knicks frustrated by struggles against NBA’s elite after Celtics drubbing: ‘Unacceptable’

The Knicks are guaranteed to arrive at the All-Star break later this week with the third-best record in the Eastern Conference, a good sign for a team…

BREAKING NEWSSuper Bowl halftime show stormed by fan with flag in shocking scenes not seen on TV

BREAKING NEWSSuper Bowl halftime show stormed by fan with flag in shocking scenes not seen on TV

Kendrick Lamar’s Super Bowl halftime performance was interrupted by a protester who stormed the stadium with a Palestinian and Sudanese flag. The protester was chased off the…

BREAKING NEWSSerena Williams stuns fans with surprise appearance during Kendrick Lamar’s Super Bowl Halftime Show

BREAKING NEWSSerena Williams stuns fans with surprise appearance during Kendrick Lamar’s Super Bowl Halftime Show

Kendrick Lamar’s Super Bowl Halftime Show performance had one particularly special surprise for his fans and viewers around the world. Lamar, a native of Compton, California, put…

Social media goes nuts for stirring Secret Service Super Bowl ad featuring Trump shooting: ‘Absolutely EPIC’

Social media goes nuts for stirring Secret Service Super Bowl ad featuring Trump shooting: ‘Absolutely EPIC’

Social media went wild for a patriotic ad for the US Secret Service during Super Bowl that featured iconic scenes from American history including the attempted ᴀssᴀssination of Donald Trump.  The…

Megyn Kelly threatens to ambush Taylor Swift at the Super Bowl and grill pop star about Blake Lively’s feud with Justin Baldoni

Megyn Kelly threatens to ambush Taylor Swift at the Super Bowl and grill pop star about Blake Lively’s feud with Justin Baldoni

Megyn Kelly threatened to grill Taylor Swift about pal Blake Lively’s feud with Justin Baldoni after being seated next to the singer at the Super Bowl. The former…