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0 In a thrilling match on Wednesday night, the Boston Celtics secured a 106-99 victory over the Dallas Mavericks, bringing them to a commanding 3-0 lead in the series and placing them on the brink of clinching their 18th championship. Jayson Tatum led the charge with an impressive 31 points, closely followed by Jaylen Brown with 30. Brown also made his mark with eight rebounds and eight assists, contributing significantly to the team’s stellar performance.
The Celtics continued their outstanding playoff run, notching up their 10th consecutive playoff victory and maintaining a flawless 7-0 record on the road this postseason. The team is now poised to break a tie with the Lakers for the most NBA championships if they secure a victory in Dallas on Friday.
Despite their substantial lead, the Celtics faced a nail-biting moment as the Mavericks launched a remarkable 22-2 surge, closing the gap to just one point with 3 1/2 minutes remaining in the game. However, the momentum shifted when Luka Doncic, pivotal for the Mavericks, fouled out with 4:12 left on the clock, ultimately impacting Dallas’s chances in the final stretch.
The game culminated in a tense finish, with the score remaining deadlocked at 93-90 for over three minutes. Despite the Mavericks’ efforts, a succession of missed 3-pointers in the final minute, including attempts from P.J. Washington Jr., Kyrie Irving, and Tim Hardaway Jr., sealed the victory for the Celtics.
Reflecting on the close contest, Doncic expressed his disappointment, stating, “We were close. Just didn’t get it. I wish I was out there.” The Celtics showcased their offensive prowess with a strong 21-9 finish in the first quarter, highlighted by key contributions from players like Sam Hauser, who sunk two 3-pointers in the first half to bolster the Celtics’ early lead.
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