The Boston Celtics were riding high after a dominant first-round playoff win over the Orlando Magic, clinching the series four games to one. With momentum and championship aspirations on their side, fans expected a strong showing in the second round.

One day after the Celtics put up 60 threes in their Game 1 loss, Joe Mazzulla defended that approach in a press conference exchange.

Boston Celtics coach Joe Mazzulla talked about shot selection and the Celtics ' Game 1 defeat at the hands of the New York Knicks after the loss on May 5.