Boston Celtics coach Joe Mazzulla remains optimistic despite his team falling behind 0-2 in the playoffs against the New York Knicks. Mazzulla emphasized the importance of tapping into the team's 'darkness' and viewing adversity as a learning experience. Payton Pritchard stepped up significantly in Game 3, scoring 23 points and demonstrating confidence, particularly with his 3-point shooting, helping the Celtics bounce back to secure a 115-93 victory.

The Celtics showed improved discipline and strategy, limiting turnovers and maintaining momentum throughout the game. Mazzulla highlighted the need for the team to refine their play, especially against the physical Knicks. Al Horford and Kristaps Porzingis provided effective rim protection, which, alongside Pritchard's explosive performance, allowed Boston to outperform despite Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown's quieter games. The key to their success was resilience and an unwavering belief in their abilities moving forward in the series.