The Boston Celtics will try to even the series on Wednesday as they host the New York Knicks for Game 2 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals at TD Garden. Tip-off is set for 7:00 p.m. ET on TNT, truTV, and MAX. Boston enters the game as heavy 10.5-point favorites after dropping a surprising Game 1 to a scrappy Knicks squad. Despite being underdogs, the Knicks stole home court with a gutsy performance and now aim to take a 2-0 series lead back to Madison Square Garden. The Celtics, meanwhile, are in bounce-back mode—and the pressure is on.
Not sure how to bet on basketball? Check our guide here.
🏀 NBA Playoffs: Betting Promos and Bonuses
| Sportsbook | Offer | How to Claim? |
| Caesars Sportsbook | 💰 Bet $1, Get Double Winnings on Your Next 10 Bets | Claim here |
| Fanatics Sportsbook | 🔁 Bet & Get Up to $1,000 in No-Sweat Bets | Claim here |
| bet365 Sportsbook | 🎁 Bet $5, Receive $150 in Bonus Bets — Win or Lose | Claim here |
| DraftKings Sportsbook | 🚀 Bet $5, Instantly Unlock $200 in Bonus Bets | Claim here |
| BetMGM Sportsbook | 🏆 First Bet Offer: Bet $10, Win $150 | Claim here |
| FanDuel Sportsbook | ✅ Bet $5, Get $200 in Bonus Bets If Your Bet Wins | Claim here |
📺 Where to Watch Celtics vs. Knicks Game 2? (May 7, 2025)
| Platform | Details |
| 📅 Date | Wednesday, May 7, 2025 |
| 🕖 Time | 7:00 p.m. ET |
| 🏟️ Location | TD Garden, Boston, MA |
| 📺 TV | TNT, truTV, MAX |
💰 Celtics vs. Knicks Betting Odds
| Bet Type | Celtics | Knicks |
| Spread | -10.5 (-110) | +10.5 (-110) |
| Moneyline | -521 | +390 |
| Over/Under | 210.5 (O/U -110) |
🔁 Series Recap
The Knicks stunned the Celtics in Game 1, winning 109-104 on the road behind clutch scoring from Jalen Brunson and a team-wide defensive effort that held Boston to just 42.5% shooting. Karl-Anthony Towns dominated the glass, and Josh Hart’s all-around hustle gave New York an edge all night. Boston now finds itself in unfamiliar territory: needing to win Game 2 to avoid heading to MSG in a 0-2 hole.
📊 Betting Trends
| Team | ATS (Last 10) | O/U (Last 10) | Season ATS | ATS as Double-Digit Favorite |
| Celtics | 4-6 | 4-6 | 38-42-2 | 15-25 |
| Knicks | 6-4 | 6-4 | 39-43 | 0-1 |
- Boston is just 15-25 ATS when favored by 10.5+
- NYK has never covered as a 10.5+ underdog this year
🔑 Key Players to Watch
☘️ Celtics
- Jayson Tatum: 26.8 PPG, 8.7 RPG, 6.0 APG, 3.5 3PM
- Jaylen Brown: 22.2 PPG, 5.8 RPG, 4.5 APG
- Derrick White: 16.4 PPG, 3.5 3PM
- Kristaps Porzingis: 19.5 PPG (out for series)
- Jrue Holiday: 11.1 PPG, 4.3 RPG
🗽 Knicks
- Jalen Brunson: 26.0 PPG, 7.3 APG
- Karl-Anthony Towns: 24.4 PPG, 12.8 RPG
- Josh Hart: 13.6 PPG, 9.6 RPG, 5.9 APG
- Mikal Bridges: 17.6 PPG, 3.7 APG
- OG Anunoby: 18.0 PPG, 4.8 RPG
🩺 Injury Report
| Team | Player | Status |
| Celtics | Kristaps Porzingis | OUT (calf) |
| Knicks | No major injuries reported | — |
🔢 Prop Bets to Watch
| Player | Prop | Line | Over Odds |
| Jayson Tatum | Points | 27.5 | -125 |
| Jaylen Brown | Points | 21.5 | -110 |
| Jalen Brunson | Points | 27.5 | -105 |
| KAT | Points | 18.5 | -115 |
| Josh Hart | Points | 11.5 | -110 |
💥 Same Game Parlay (SGP) Suggestion
| Leg | Selection | Odds |
| Jayson Tatum 30+ Points | ✅ | -125 |
| Brunson Over 27.5 Points | ✅ | -105 |
| Celtics Win ML | ✅ | -521 |
| Over 210.5 Total Points | ✅ | -110 |
| Total Parlay Odds | +575 |
🔮 ClutchBuzz Final Celtics vs. Knicks Game 2 Prediction
Game 2 screams bounce-back spot for the Celtics, but the Knicks aren’t rolling over. Expect a more efficient outing from Tatum and improved defense from Boston—yet this Knicks team is built to hang around. We expect Boston to even the series, but don’t be shocked if New York covers again late with a backdoor bucket.
📈 Final Score Prediction: Celtics 116, Knicks 108
Best Bets: Knicks +10.5 | Over 210.5 | Tatum 30+ Points
