In a jaw‑dropping twist that has lit up social media, the Boston Celtics have compiled an astonishing 10–2 record this season in games played without their talismanic forward Jayson Tatum. It went viral after their commanding 127–102 triumph over the New York Knicks in Game 5 of the Eastern Conference semifinals on May 14.

The Celtics were clicking on all cylinders, with Derrick White leading the way. The role player, who has become much more than just that in recent years, finished with 34 points, shooting 7-of-13 from deep in the win.

The red-hot New York Knicks face off with the Boston Celtics tonight in an elimination Game 5 for Boston. Jayson Tatum remains out with a lower leg injury sustained in Game 4.

Anthony Edwards and the Minnesota Timberwolves are on the brink of their second straight trip to the Western Conference finals