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NBA Finals: Celtics Draw First Blood in Game 1 Victory over Mavericks

Boston Takes Early Series Lead

In a thrilling opening game of the 2024 NBA Finals, the Boston Celtics emerged victorious with a commanding 107-89 win over the Dallas Mavericks.

Tatum Leads Celtics Scoring

Jayson Tatum led the Celtics' charge with an impressive 32 points, including five 3-pointers. Jaylen Brown added 22 points, while Kristaps Porzingis contributed 20 off the bench.

Mavericks Struggle for Consistency

Luka Doncic, the Mavericks' star player, scored a respectable 27 points but struggled to find his rhythm throughout the game. The Celtics' defense effectively limited Dallas' scoring opportunities, forcing the Mavericks into turnovers and missed shots.

Boston Dominates in the Paint

The Celtics dominated the paint, outscoring the Mavericks 52-28. Boston's size and physicality proved to be too much for the undersized Mavericks frontcourt, leading to easy baskets and second-chance opportunities.

Celtics Take Early Control

Boston raced out to an early lead and never looked back. They took a 10-point advantage into halftime and extended it to a 29-point lead in the third quarter. The Mavericks fought back slightly in the fourth quarter, but the Celtics held on comfortably to secure the win.

Series Shifts to Dallas

The series now shifts to Dallas for Game 2 on Sunday. The Mavericks will need to find a way to slow down the Celtics' potent offense and limit their turnovers. The Celtics, on the other hand, will look to build on their momentum and take a commanding 2-0 lead.