Tatum scores 36 as Celtics hold off the Knicks 107-103 in their home opener
Boston nearly let a 10-point lead slip before Tatum hit two late shots. The Celtics host the Bulls on Monday.
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Jayson Tatum scored 36 points and made the two biggest shots of the night as the Celtics beat the New York Knicks 107-103 on Friday in their home opener at TD Garden.
The win was Boston's first of the season, evening its record at 1-1. The Knicks fell to 0-2.
The finish
Boston led by 10 in the second half, but New York rallied to within 99-98 with 1:41 left, according to NBC Sports Boston.
Tatum answered with a long two from the corner, and after OG Anunoby made two free throws, Tatum hit a three to push the lead back to six. A Payton Pritchard free throw later gave the Celtics a two-possession cushion they held to the buzzer.
By the numbers
| Celtics leader | Line |
|---|---|
| Jayson Tatum | 36 points, 9 rebounds, 7 assists |
| Neemias Queta | 15 points, 3 blocks off the bench |
Tatum led Boston in points, rebounds and assists, NBC Sports Boston reported.
What's next
The Celtics are off for the weekend and host the Chicago Bulls on Monday night at TD Garden.
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