The Boston Celtics faced a disappointing overtime loss to the New York Knicks in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals, largely due to their ineffective 3-point shooting. With a record-setting 60 attempted 3-pointers but only 15 successful shots, Boston's shooting woes helped New York close a significant deficit and claim victory. Despite the poor performance, head coach Joe Mazzulla maintained confidence in the team's shot selection, noting occasional opportunities for improvement are always present during a game.
"In what stood as a frustrating 108-105 overtime loss to the Knicks in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals, Boston's struggles from 3-point range loomed large."
"The Celtics chucked up 60 shots from 3-point range in the loss - ultimately sinking just 15 of those shots en route to an eventual three-point loss."
"Boston boasted a record of 58-0 all-time in the postseason when leading by at least 16 points at the half. That mark is now 58-1 due to the Celtics' sustained shooting woes."
"I think for the most part, Mazzulla said when asked if he was satisfied with his team's looks from 3-point range. 'Obviously, over the course of the game, you always can find, you know, five to 10 shots that you want to be better at.'
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