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A recurring strategy for the Knicks was to exploit mismatches, often achieved by setting screens. This approach typically led to switches, allowing players like Al Horford to cover smaller opponents. In one instance, Knicks player McBride attempted to drive to the lane but slipped, resulting in a breakdown of the offense. In the scramble, Karl-Anthony Towns seized a favorable matchup against Derek White. However, Porziņģis made an outstanding defensive play, blocking Towns’ shot and igniting a fast break opportunity for Boston.
Transitioning quickly, the Celtics capitalized on a five-on-four advantage. Derek White orchestrated an effective fast break, feeding the ball to Jalen Brown. The fluidity of their transition play underscored their advantage following Porziņģis’s block.