Notebook: Knicks 89, Celtics 86

2013/01/25 06:21:52 @NBA.com: News

THE FACTS: Carmelo Anthony had a game-high 28 points and nine rebounds as the New York Knicks overcame a triple-double from Rajon Rondo to defeat the Boston Celtics 89-86 at the TD Garden. Boston's All-Star point guard finished with 23 points, 10 rebounds and 11 assists, but the remainder of the Celtics offense continued to struggle (40.8 percent shooting), leading to Boston's season-high fifth consecutive loss. The Knicks also benefited from a strong performance by Amar'e Stoudemire (15 points, nine rebounds) to build a 10-point fourth quarter lead, which was enou gh of a cushion to hold off the hosts down the stretch.
[ VIEW FULL COVERAGE @NBA.com: News ]