The New York Knicks are coming into their series against the Boston Celtics as a major underdog. The Celtics cruised past the Orlando Magic while the Knicks str

The New York Knicks and head coach Tom Thibodeau have an incredibly difficult series coming up against the Boston Celtics. In order to beat the defending champions, the Knicks will need everyone to step up and play to their best ability. One key player for New York throughout the series will be Mikal Bridges.

The status of Celtics guard Jrue Holiday remains up in the air heading into the Celtics’ second round series against the New York Knicks. The 34-year-old sat out the final three games of Boston’s first round series win over the Orlando Magic with a right hamstring strain.