Celtics Defeat Mavericks in Game 1 of 2024 NBA Finals
Celtics Outplay Mavericks in Game 1
Jayson Tatum Leads Celtics with 39 Points
The Boston Celtics took a 1-0 lead in the 2024 NBA Finals on Thursday night with a 107-89 victory over the Dallas Mavericks in Game 1. Jayson Tatum led the way for the Celtics with 39 points, 11 rebounds, and 5 assists, while Jaylen Brown added 34 points and 4 assists.
The Mavericks were led by Kristaps Porzingis, who returned from a calf injury to score 20 points. However, the Celtics defense held Luka Dončić to just 16 points on 6-of-21 shooting.
The Celtics improve to 47-12 on the season while the Mavericks fall to 34-26. Game 2 of the series is scheduled for Sunday night in Dallas.
Conclusion
The Celtics' victory in Game 1 was a statement win for the defending champions. They showed that they are still the team to beat in the Eastern Conference and that they are ready to make another run at the NBA title.
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