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Jaylen Brown Reflects on Celtics' Game 6 Loss as Knicks Aim for First Title Since 1973 with 16 Wins Needed

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Updated May 19, 2025, 12:49 PM

The Boston Celtics were eliminated from the NBA playoffs after losing to the New York Knicks in Game 6. Celtics All-Star Jaylen Brown expressed the emotional impact of the defeat, describing it as feeling "like death," but also conveyed resilience by stating he was taught there is "life after death" and that the team will prepare for future challenges. The Knicks, having secured a series victory over the Celtics, are advancing with ambitions to win their first NBA title since 1973. Knicks coach Tom Thibodeau emphasized the journey ahead, noting that while the team has achieved eight wins so far, they need a total of 16 to claim the championship.

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Steve Popper

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Knicks let the fans celebrate but know there's long way to go for first title since 1973 "We've got eight wins," coach Tom Thibodeau said. "We need 16." https://t.co/5Gz93JrRgM

Newsday Sports

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Reaching the conference finals is nice, but the #Knicks aren't done. "We’ve got eight wins," Thibs said. "We need 16." via @StevePopper https://t.co/6vmiaRLFJS

Legion Hoops

@LegionHoops

Jaylen Brown: “Losing to the Knicks feels like death. But I was taught that there’s life after death. So we’ll get ready for whatever’s next.” (via @sny_knicks) https://t.co/v4rpLwu1Ex

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