While the NBA world was in shock by what happened, hoops legend Magic Johnson shared his take on what caused the Knicks' loss. For Johnson, the Knicks weren't exactly prepared to face a Celtics team without Tatum, adding that Boston took advantage of their speed and ball movement to win.

Before they can think of a rematch vs. Indy in the 2024 East Finals, they will need to win Game 6 on the road -- and then Game 7 at home.

Jayson Tatum had just been carried off the court with a season-ending injury minutes before the Celtics were pushed to the brink of elimination when they played at Madison Square Garden earlier this week.