Celtics edge Knicks on Pierce jumper with 0.4 left (AP)

Posted on | Saturday, December 18, 2010 | No Comments

Paul Pierce thought it was good. So did the fans who roared in celebration at what appeared to be the victory that would punctuate the New York Knicks' return to relevance. Ray Allen knew otherwise, and so did the referees. Amare Stoudemire's 3-pointer came just after the final buzzer, giving the Boston Celtics a thrilling 118-116 victory Wednesday night and their 11th straight win.