Champions Still Winless: Tatum Dominates at TD Garden as Boston Deals Knicks Another Blow!

Pulse Sports Team 06:45 - 24 October 2026

Jayson Tatum poured in 36 points to lead the Boston Celtics to a 107-103 victory over the New York Knicks at TD Garden. Despite a tense finish and a fierce comeback effort by the visitors, the defending champions dropped to 0-2 to start the season.

Following their home defeat against Philadelphia, the Knicks suffered their second consecutive loss. While the 82-game regular season is just getting underway and there is no reason to panic, the Big Apple franchise undeniably looks vulnerable at the start of their title defense.

The hosts seized control of the contest primarily through aggressive perimeter pressure. Although New York dominated the glass, the Celtics' tenacious defense forced 16 turnovers, capitalizing on transition opportunities.

The turning point came late in the third quarter when a scoring surge from the Tatum-Queta tandem pushed Boston's lead to double digits. The Knicks clawed their way back to within a single point in a dramatic finish, but Tatum remained ice-cold from the charity stripe to extinguish their comeback hopes and secure the win at TD Garden.

Boston's undisputed hero was Jayson Tatum, who ran the show all night, racking up 36 points, nine rebounds, seven assists, and three steals. Veteran Paul George and Neemias Queta provided crucial support, adding 15 points each. Queta dominated the paint in key moments, while George's fourth-quarter scoring halted New York's late rally.

Karl-Anthony Towns led the Knicks with a double-double of 22 points and 10 rebounds. OG Anunoby offered strong all-around support with 20 points, 10 rebounds, and eight assists, while Miles McBride (20) and Jalen Brunson (19) also made scoring contributions, though it wasn't enough to complete the comeback.