The Boston Celtics defeated the New York Knicks, 114-98, at TD Garden on Monday.

The Celtics (8-2) remain perfect at home and secured a comfortable win over the Knicks (5-5) in the latest chapter of one of the biggest rivalries in the NBA. The game was tight in the early stages, though, with the Celtics grabbing a mere one-point lead after the first quarter. The Knicks somehow responded and made it a one-point game for them at the break following a 29-27 score in the second quarter. However, Boston didn’t change its approach; persistence paid off for them in the second half. The Celtics won the third quarter and never looked back following a 32-23 score, and they closed the game out in the fourth and final quarter (30-22). With the win, the Celtics moved to 5-0 at home in 2023-24. Meanwhile, the Knicks fell to 2-3 when playing on the road.

Jayson Tatum had led the Celtics with 35 points, seven assists and six rebounds. Kristaps Porzingis delivered 21 points and six boards. Jaylen Brown had 22 points, five rebounds and six assists. Jrue Holiday had a strong outing too with 14 points and seven rebounds. Sam Hauser made his presence felt with 12 points while coming off the bench.

Jalen Brunson led the way for the Knicks with 26 points, four assists and three rebounds. Julius Randle had another outstanding performance, pouring in 25 points, nine rebounds and five assists. Josh Hart also ended close to posting a double-double thanks to his 16 points and nine rebounds. Hart also dished out three assists and grabbed nine boards. Quentin Grimes had 13 points.