The Celtics Take an Early Lead in NBA Finals
Game 1 Results and Analysis
The Boston Celtics took a commanding 107-89 victory over the Dallas Mavericks in the first game of the 2024 NBA Finals. Jayson Tatum led the scoring for the Celtics with 32 points, while Luka Dončić had a quiet night on the scoring end for the Mavericks with 20 points.
Boston's Depth Proves Too Much for Dallas
The Celtics' depth proved to be a major factor in their victory. While Dončić led the scoring for the Mavericks, the Celtics had seven players score in double figures. This balanced attack made it difficult for the Mavericks to defend, and they were unable to keep up with the Celtics' offensive firepower.
Luka-Kyrie Duo Struggles
The Mavericks' struggles were compounded by the poor performance of their star duo, Dončić and Kyrie Irving. Irving, who was acquired by the Mavericks in a mid-season trade, scored just 11 points on 4-of-12 shooting. Dončić, who is the Mavericks' leading scorer, was also held in check below his average. This poor performance from the two stars put the Mavericks in a tough position, and they were unable to recover.
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