New York Knicks Preview: Keys To Defeating The Boston Celtics

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Nov 11, 2016; Boston, MA, USA; New York Knicks guard Derrick Rose (25) and Boston Celtics guard Avery Bradley (0) battle for a loose ball during the second half at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Bob DeChiara-USA TODAY Sports /

4. Limit Turnovers

The New York Knicks played at an unspeakably horrible level the last time these two teams met. The number that hurts the most to read, however, can be found in the box score in the turnovers column.

When the Knicks lost 115-87 to the Boston Celtics in November, they committed an unfathomable 25 turnovers.

It’s highly unlikely that the Knicks will commit 25 turnovers this time around. Boston ranks No. 10 in the NBA in turnovers forced per game, however, which implies that it will continue to create havoc against the Knicks.

If New York isn’t careful, it may allow the Celtics to turn defense into offense and run away with another lopsided victory.

The Knicks are allowing 16.7 points off of turnovers per game, which is more than all but 11 teams in the NBA. The Celtics create 16.4 points via turnovers per game, which falls right in line with New York’s season average.

Taking care of the ball should be a top priority against any opponent, but Boston is the type of team that can make New York pay.

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