New York Knicks: Who Stepped Up Against The Boston Celtics?

Derrick Rose

Matched up against one of the best point guards in the NBA, Derrick Rose had his best game of the season. He dominated the fourth quarter, stepped up in the fourth quarter on defense, and closed out the biggest win of the year.

Against Isaiah Thomas and the Boston Celtics, Rose justified the belief that he can reclaim his status as a star-caliber point guard.

Rose went off for 30 points, 10 rebounds, four offensive boards, five assists, two blocks, and two steals in 33 minutes. He shot 13-of-24 from the field and 4-of-4 from the free throw line, including the multiple clutch buckets he recorded.

Rose scored 12 of his 30 points during the fourth quarter, including eight points during the final 6:05 alone.

Rose competed feverishly to crash the boards and create second chances against the Celtics. He also made plays in the passing lanes, including a brilliant disruption of a bounce pass that led to points on the other end.

With the season on the line, the Knicks turned to Rose during the biggest of moments and he consistently answered the call.

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Matched up against the best fourth quarter performer in the NBA, Rose proved that he’s as clutch as any.