BOSTON — Game 1 threw a monkey wrench into the narrative that Tom Thibodeau is rigid and stubborn. The Knicks defended differently than they have all season against the Celtics. They frequently switched on pick-and-rolls. They gave Boston a different look from the regular season.

The New York Knicks will be up for a massive challenge in Round 2 of the playoffs, perhaps their toughest task yet. After taking care of the Detroit Pistons in six games of the first round of the playoffs, they will now have a highly anticipated matchup with the defending champion Boston Celtics.

It won't bring about a 'bang!' from Mike Breen, but New York Knicks head coach Tom Thibodeau has hit a big three. Gregg Popovich's step down from the on-court h