New York Knicks supporters are watching the Boston Celtics closely this season, especially after a major roster overhaul that sent Jaylen Brown to Philadelphia. The Knicks themselves are in strong form, having just edged the San Antonio Spurs 94-90 on June 14th. That victory extended their current winning run to two games and gave them four wins in their last five outings.
The Celtics look very different from the team the Knicks beat in the 2025 NBA Playoffs. That series was famously altered when Boston star Jayson Tatum suffered an Achilles tendon injury. Now, Celtics President of Basketball Operations Brad Stevens has reshaped the core by trading Jaylen Brown to the Philadelphia 76ers for Paul George and future draft picks. For Knicks fans, this trade raises big questions. Can Paul George fill the scoring void left by Brown? And how will Boston's younger, less-tested players handle increased responsibility on the perimeter and in the paint? Many see it as a gamble that could define the Eastern Conference playoff race.
The Knicks are building serious momentum. Their recent 94-90 win over the Spurs on June 14th was a gritty, defensive battle. Looking at their last five games, the pattern is WWLWW. They kicked off this stretch with a dominant 130-93 victory over the Cleveland Cavaliers back on May 26th. Then came a tight series with San Antonio. The Knicks won 105-95 on June 4th, lost 104-105 on June 6th, fell 111-115 on June 9th, but then snatched a dramatic 107-106 win on June 11th before sealing the latest result. This shows a team capable of both blowouts and clutch performances.
The Atlantic Division rivalry just got a new layer. Boston's trade for Paul George adds a veteran All-Star to their lineup, but it also removes a known quantity in Jaylen Brown. Knicks fans know that regular-season matchups will be a key test for both teams' new identities. Every assist, steal, and three-pointer in those games will be analyzed. The Knicks' current form, with players stepping up across the board, gives their supporters confidence. They believe their team's continuity and recent success, could be an advantage over a Celtics squad still finding its chemistry.
And the schedule doesn't get easier. Maintaining this level of play will be essential as the season progresses toward another potential playoff clash. The Knicks have shown they can win close games and put up big point totals. Their ability to control the paint and force turnovers will be huge factors against any opponent, Boston included. For now, the focus is on the next game and continuing this positive run.
