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Knicks game preview: The Celtics and more Kyrie Irving talk

By Rob Wolkenbrod

BROOKLYN, NY - OCTOBER 19: Allonzo Trier #14 of the New York Knicks handles the ball against the Brooklyn Nets on October 19, 2018 at Barclays Center in Brooklyn, New York. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2018 NBAE (Photo by Nathaniel S. Butler/NBAE via Getty Images)
BROOKLYN, NY - OCTOBER 19: Allonzo Trier #14 of the New York Knicks handles the ball against the Brooklyn Nets on October 19, 2018 at Barclays Center in Brooklyn, New York. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2018 NBAE (Photo by Nathaniel S. Butler/NBAE via Getty Images) /
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The New York Knicks have a quick turnaround against the Boston Celtics, a favorite to make the NBA Finals. A preview and look at how to watch it.

The New York Knicks have already played twice in 2018-19, with a win against the Atlanta Hawks and a loss to the Brooklyn Nets. They nearly achieved a 2-0 record, if not for a game-winning shot from Brooklyn’s Caris LeVert.

The Nets game happened Friday night, however, so it’s a quick turnaround for the Knicks, as they go back home to face the Boston Celtics less than 24 hours after the 107-105 defeat.

Enes Kanter and Tim Hardaway Jr. were the leaders, with 29 points each. Kanter shot 12-for-18 and grabbed 10 rebounds, while Hardaway went 10-for-25.

To counter a deep Boston offense, the Knicks need all they can get from their veteran scorers Saturday night, and that might not be enough. Kyrie Irving, Gordon Hayward, the rising Jayson Tatum, Jaylen Brown and Al Horford are there. Couple that with a full bench, and New York must find other offensive answers.

Kevin Knox proved helpful against the Nets, with the best scoring night of his young career, including the preseason. He shot 7-for-14 (3-for-4 from three-point range) for 17 points and flashed the upside that accompanied him entering the 2018 NBA Draft.

Where else will the Knicks find production, though? Allonzo Trier was an option in the season opener, but he struggled in Brooklyn. Mario Hezonja didn’t approach his big night, either. Couple that with absent nights from Lance Thomas and Trey Burke, and it could create difficulties against Boston’s options, if they replicate Friday’s game.

A sidenote storyline follows the Celtics’ Irving, who will hit free agency in July. He was linked to the Knicks over the past year, but recently pledged allegiance to Boston. When asked again about the New York speculation, according to Mark Murphy of the Boston Herald, the 2016 NBA champion scoffed at it:

dark. Next. Takeaways from narrow loss to Nets

Information on how to watch the Knicks and Celtics are below, including the start time and the television details:

Date: Saturday, Oct. 20
Time: 7:30 p.m. ET
Location: Manhattan, NY
Venue: Madison Square Garden
TV info: MSG, NBSB
Other viewing: NBA League Pass, Fubo.TV

Boston and New York will clash on MSG and NBSB, with a feed available on NBA League Pass, but for a subscription fee. See which price packages best suit your viewing desire. The Knicks will look to stay ahead in the win column. Can they keep up with the Celtics?

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