Bold prediction, Perkins talks about Celtics 0-2 Knicks: This series is over

Kendrick Perkins declared the Celtics finished, and fans were furious.

Kendrick Perkins declared the Celtics finished after the Boston Celtics lost to the New York Knicks in the second game, a move sparked strong dissatisfaction for fans as the series will be moved to Madison Square Garden.

Former NBA player and ESPN commentator Kendrick Perkins announced Thursday morning that the Boston Celtics were "finished" in the second round of the playoff series against the New York Knicks, a move that sparked controversy. Earlier, the Celtics lost 90-91 in their second game at TD Garden Arena on Wednesday night, with the Knicks leading 2-0 in the series.

On ESPN's Get Up show, Perkins made a strong prediction, denying the possibility of Boston's reversal victory.

"This series is over," Perkins said. "I don't care about the Celtics' away wins and record." He pointed out that Madison Square Garden Stadium is expected to show a good atmosphere in Games 3 and 4, and the enthusiasm of the Knicks' home fans will improve the team's performance.

"Do you know how hot the Madison Square Garden would be in Game 3... That passion itself is enough to get the Knicks players to shoot the ball," Perkins said. "Did you know they have one of the top key players like Jaylen Brunson? Do you know the role players will perform better at home? So, I expect Mitchell Robinson, Doos McBride, and even Mikal Bridges will perform better at home, although Mikal Bridges and those players will perform better away."

The Celtics trailed the Knicks 0-2, and Kendrick Perkins' bold prediction triggered a strong rebound

Perkins is even more determined to believe that the Knicks are now psychologically superior.

"Look at it now, they have a better psychological advantage than the Boston Celtics. I don't care what others say," Perkins added. "The Celtics are finished. They can't make a comeback in this series. I'm full of confidence in the New York Knicks. They will definitely win this series. It's lucky that the Celtics can win a game."

This former Celtic center won the championship with the team in 2008. He has always been a hot figure in the NBA media, but his sharp criticism of the Boston Celtics touched the nerves of fans. Celtic supporters expressed dissatisfaction on social media, accusing Perkins of betraying his old club too early after two defeats.

defending champion Boston Celtics are currently trailing 0-2, with the series moving to New York for the third game on Saturday. Despite the outstanding performances of Jason Tatum and Jaylen Brown, the Celtics failed to finish Game 2 with a 20-point lead in the third quarter.

New York team seized the opportunity and ended the game with a 23-6 climax, and showed strong execution at both ends of the offense and defense in the final stage of the game. Jaylen Brunson made a key free throw while Mikal Bridges completed a key steal in the last few seconds.

The Celtics are now facing increasing pressure to eliminate and must respond quickly to avoid 0-3 lag - there is no team in NBA history that has turned the tables from 0-3 lag in the playoffs.

Perkins's declaration may have resonated, but Boston's road to salvation now extends to Madison Square Garden.