Boston would do so, and handily -- thanks in no small part to the Vanderbilt alum's career night vs. the Knicks in Game 5. "Throughout my time of the Celtics and throughout my career whatever coach asked me to do, I'm just there to do it," said Kornet.

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.

The Boston Celtics earned a commanding 127-102 win in Game 5 of the playoff series against the New York Knicks. The Celtics came into the game 3-1 down in the series, and it was a must-win for Joe Mazzulla's side.