The NBA’s reigning champs, the Boston Celtics, raised another banner into the crowded rafters of TD Garden on Tuesday night and also received their championship rings from winning last season’s Finals. And man, these rings are big, shiny and pretty.

This will be a highly anticipated matchup between the defending NBA champions and a longtime top rival that is hoping to end a 50-year championship drought. The Knicks made major moves in the offseason aimed at knocking the Celtics off their perch at the top of the Eastern Conference.

Nevertheless, the Celtics will likely focus on their own game and how they want to approach it to end the night with a favorable result. Under Joe Mazzulla, Boston has rarely strayed from its offensive and defensive system, regardless of the opponent or the strength of its rotation.

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The New York Knicks open up a highly anticipated new season against the defending champion Boston Celtics. View our prediction and best bet for the marquee matchup.

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The 2024-25 NBA season tips off with opening night featuring the Celtics vs. Knicks and Timberwolves vs. Lakers. Here's how to watch.

The 2024 NBA season tips off tonight with a doubleheader on TNT, starting with the New York Knicks vs. the Boston Celtics. The Celtics finished the season 64-18, winning their 18th NBA championship. The team will likely be pushing for #19 this season.