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Jayson Tatum’s Achilles injury has ripple effect on Celtics franchise

Jayson Tatum underwent surgery to fix his ruptured Achilles. USA TODAY Sports’ Jeff Zillgitt explains the ramifications of the Celtics star’s injury.

The Indiana Pacers have clinched their spot in the Eastern Conference finals. Are the New York Knicks next?

New York is one game away from its first conference final appearance since 2000 as they head into Game 5 of its second round matchup with the Boston Celtics with a 3-1 series lead. After a big loss in Game 4, the Knicks defended Madison Square Garden in Game 5 with a 121-113 win to put the defending champions on the brink of elimination. Not only is Boston playing to keep the season alive, but it will have to do it without star Jayson Tatum, who suffered a ruptured right Achilles tendon in Monday’s matchup.

Here’s how to watch the pivotal Game 6 between the Knicks and the Celtics.

What time is Knicks vs. Celtics Game 5?

Game 5 between the Boston Celtics and New York Knicks will tip off at 7 p.m. ET on Wednesday, May 14 at the TD Garden in Boston.

How to watch Knicks vs. Celtics playoff game: TV, streamTime: 7 p.m. ETLocation: TD Garden, BostonTV: TNT, TruTVStream: Sling TV, MaxKnicks vs. Celtics NBA playoff schedule, results

Knicks lead series 3-1

Game 1: Knicks 108, Celtics 105 (OT)Game 2: Knicks 91, Celtics 90Game 3: Celtics 115, Knicks 93Game 4: Knicks 121, Celtics 113Game 5: Knicks at Celtics | Wednesday, May 14, 7 p.m. ET | TNTGame 6: Celtics at Knicks | Friday, May 16, 8 p.m. ET | ESPN*Game 7: Knicks at Celtics | Monday, May 19, 8 p.m. | TNT*