Celtics Crush Mavericks in Game 1, Take Early Lead in NBA Finals
Boston's Dominance on Display in 107-89 Victory
Brown Leads the Charge, Celtics Control the Glass
The Boston Celtics asserted their dominance over the Dallas Mavericks in Game 1 of the NBA Finals on June 6, 2024, securing a decisive 107-89 victory. The Celtics' triumph was fueled by strong performances from Jaylen Brown and aggressive rebounding. Brown led the scoring for Boston with 29 points, followed by Jayson Tatum's 28 points and 10 rebounds. Derrick White also contributed significantly with 16 points. Notably, the Celtics outmuscled the Mavericks on the boards, dominating the rebounding battle 42-33. The Celtics' dominance extended to their shooting, as they connected on 17 three-pointers to the Mavericks' seven. Boston's defense also played a key role in the victory, limiting the Mavericks to just 34.1% shooting from the field. The Mavericks' leading scorer was Luka Dončić, who finished with 24 points, but was held to just 8-of-24 shooting. Spencer Dinwiddie added 16 points for Dallas. The series now shifts to Boston for Game 2 on Sunday, June 9. The Celtics will look to extend their lead, while the Mavericks will need to regroup and find a way to challenge the Eastern Conference champions.
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