New York Knicks vs Boston Celtics Final Score & Over/Under Result — Feb 8, 2026

The first quarter set the tone for a lopsided matchup, as the Knicks and Celtics combined for 59 points in the opening twelve minutes—a pace that simply could not be sustained. New York's offense ignited early, putting up 35 points to Boston's 24, and that 11-point quarter advantage proved decisive. The second quarter cooled considerably, with a combined 54 points, but the damage was done: the Knicks took a 60-53 halftime lead into the break, then suffocated Boston in the second half by outscoring them 51-36 across the final 24 minutes.

Jalen Brunson led the Knicks with 31 points and 8 assists, while Josh Hart added 19 points and 6 rebounds. Boston's Jaylen Brown scored 26 points, and Derrick White chipped in 19, but neither could generate the offensive rhythm needed to keep pace. The third quarter was particularly brutal for the hosts—just 40 combined points—as New York's defense tightened and the Celtics managed only 15.

The final combined score of 200 landed well beneath the 215.5 market total, a 15.5-point underswing that vindicated the pregame call. DAGGER leaned under, and it cashed. Boston's recent stretch of allowing 101.6 points per game proved relevant; facing a Knicks side averaging 113.6 points over its last ten, the defensive matchup heavily favored the visitors from the opening tip.