Boston Celtics vs. New York Knicks: Stream, lineups, injury reports, broadcast (2/8)
The 36-16 Boston Celtics will make the trip to New York City's Madison Square Garden to face the 34-17 New York Knicks this Saturday, Feb. 8 as the two Atlantic Division ball clubs look to shore up a claim to being the second-best team in the East in terms of record. Both teams have been playing well of late, with each the winners of 4 of their last 5 games (Boston having dropped their last to the Dallas Mavericks at home on Feb. 6).
Each team is going to be without at least one important part of their defense due to injury, and the Knicks have momentum on their side, if one buys into such a concept. Regardless, the Celtics will need to bring their 'A' game on both ends with the players available to take the court if they don't want to extend their losses to 2 consecutive contests.
Let's take a look at player health for both teams, likely starters, and how to watch or stream the game.
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For the Celtics, Jrue Holiday (shoulder) is out.
For the Knicks, Mitchell Robinson (ankle) and Dadiet Pacome (toe) are out, OG Anunoby (foot) is doubtful, and Josh Hart (knee/illness) and Karl-Anthony (knee) are probable.
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Boston
Derrick White
Jrue Holiday
Jaylen Brown
Jayson Tatum
Kristaps Porzingis
New York
Jalen Brunson
Josh Hart
Mikal Bridges
Precious Achiuwa
Karl-Anthony Towns
Celtics move on from Jaden Springer ahead of NBA trade deadline https://t.co/t8099VlCnR pic.twitter.com/Z91lv2UoQR
— The Celtics Wire (@TheCelticsWire) February 5, 2025
Here's when you should tune in to see the game:
Date: Saturday, Feb. 8, 2025
Time: 8:30 p.m. ET
TV Channel: ABC/ESPN
Live Stream: Fubo (watch for free)
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