Reasons for optimism
- The Celtics managed only 8 points in the 4th quarter last night, and just 25 total in the second half.
- For the game Kevin Garnett and Paul Pierce combined to shoot 10-27 from the field, 37%.
- The bench scored just 4 points without making a field goal (0-7), including 0-4 3PT from Jason Terry.
- Boston's reserves also failed to register a single assist.
- The Celtics turned the ball over 20 times, compared to 13 for the Knicks.
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