It's win or go home for the Boston Celtics and Golden State Warriors in the 2025 NBA playoffs. Coming into their series against the New York Knicks as a heavy favorite, the Celtics have experienced disaster after disaster.

Jonathan Kuminga did one thing in particular to push Golden State Warriors head coach Steve Kerr over the edge.

In nearly 1,000 possessions prior to the playoffs, Golden State had a plus-12.8 net rating when Butler was on the floor without Curry. In those same non-Curry minutes, Butler averaged 24.9 points and 7.6 assists per 75 possessions, with a 63.7 true shooting percentage.

Two of the past three champs are staring at elimination without their superstars, plus more Round 2 revelations.

The Warriors, who have won four NBA titles since 2015, are on the brink of elimination as they head into a crucial Game 5 on the road against the Minnesota Timberwolves. Trailing in the best-of-seven series, Golden State needs a win to stay alive.

Jimmy Butler III attempted just nine shots and finished with 14 points in the Warriors’ 117-110 loss to the Timberwolves.

The second round of the 2025 NBA playoffs are nearly over, with several teams one win away from the conference finals.

Catch all the action between the Indiana Pacers and the Cleveland Cavaliers in this NBA Playoffs matchup live on Tuesday.