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Jalen Brunson stood out with 23 points and 6 assists in the Knicks' victory over the Celtics. He led both teams in scoring and exceeded his projection by 2 points, shooting 57.1% from the field.

Brunson has now delivered 5 or more assists in 12 consecutive games. His postseason average of 28.8 points per game shows his strong performance.

Josh Hart had a strong game against the Boston Celtics, achieving a triple-double with 10 points, 11 rebounds, and 11 assists. He led the game in assists and surpassed his projections, exceeding by 3 rebounds and 5 assists.

This performance aligns with his postseason averages of 8.5 rebounds and 5.2 assists per game. Hart has also maintained a streak of grabbing 6 or more rebounds in 12 straight postseason games.

OG Anunoby had a standout game against the Boston Celtics, leading the New York Knicks with 23 points and 9 rebounds. He also led the game in blocks and steals, showing strong defensive skills in his 37 minutes on the court.

In the postseason, Anunoby is averaging 15.8 points and 5.0 rebounds per game. His performance against the Celtics exceeded his postseason averages, with a shooting percentage of 38.9% from the field and 30.8% from beyond the arc.

Jaylen Brown put up 20 points, 6 rebounds, and 6 assists in the Celtics' loss to the Knicks. He led his team in scoring, rebounds, assists, blocks, and steals during the game.

This performance marked Brown's 10th straight game with at least 19 points and 6 rebounds in the postseason.

Karl-Anthony Towns had a strong game against the Boston Celtics with 21 points and 12 rebounds. He led the game in rebounds and secured a double-double.

Towns has scored 19 or more points in five straight games during the semifinals. This performance aligns with his postseason average of 19.8 points and 11.3 rebounds per game.

Aaron Gordon is doubtful for the upcoming game against the Oklahoma City Thunder due to a right hamstring strain. His absence could impact the Denver Nuggets in Game 7 of the Western Conference Semifinals on May 18, 2025.

This postseason, Gordon has played in all 13 games, averaging 16.8 points, 7.3 rebounds, and 2.9 assists per game. Without him, the Nuggets might need to rely on Peyton Watson or Dario Šarić to fill the power forward spot.

Aaron Gordon is questionable for the Denver Nuggets' upcoming Game 7 against the Oklahoma City Thunder due to a right hamstring injury. This postseason, Gordon has been active for all 13 games, averaging 16.8 points, 7.3 rebounds, and 2.9 assists per game.

Gordon's recent performance includes scoring 5 points with 7 rebounds and 7 assists in the Nuggets' win over the Thunder on May 15. His absence could impact the Nuggets' lineup, where he has been a starter in all postseason games so far.

Jalen Williams had a standout game for the Oklahoma City Thunder against the Denver Nuggets. He recorded 10 assists, 3 steals, and led the game in blocks. Despite the team's loss, his 37 minutes on the court showed his ability to exceed expectations.

Williams maintained his streak of 4+ assists in 10 straight games. During the postseason, he has averaged 5.6 assists per game, higher than his regular season average of 5.2 assists.

Chet Holmgren had a strong performance in the Thunder's recent game against the Nuggets. He scored 19 points, grabbed 11 rebounds, and led both teams in blocks. He played for 30 minutes and secured a double-double, showing his efficiency on the court.

Holmgren's shooting was solid, hitting 57.1% of his shots from the field. He continues a streak of grabbing 8 or more rebounds in five straight games during the postseason.

Christian Braun had an impressive game against the Oklahoma City Thunder, scoring 23 points, grabbing 11 rebounds, and dishing out 5 assists. He also led the game in blocks and steals, playing 39 minutes and achieving a double-double.

During the postseason, his averages shifted to 12.2 points, 6.6 rebounds, and 2.4 assists per game, indicating a strong all-around effort in the playoffs.