Boston Celtics Defeat Dallas Mavericks In Game 2

Celtics One Win Away from NBA Title

Boston Celtics Defeat Dallas Mavericks in Game 2

The Boston Celtics are one win away from the 2024 NBA championship after defeating the Dallas Mavericks 107-89 in Game 2 of the NBA Finals on Tuesday night.

Celtics Move Closer to Another Title

The Celtics, who won Game 1 of the series on Sunday, were led by Jaylen Brown's 22 points. Jayson Tatum added 19 points, and Marcus Smart added 16 points and 10 rebounds.

The Mavericks were led by Luka Doncic's 27 points. Kristaps Porzingis added 20 points off the bench, but it wasn't enough to overcome the Celtics' balanced attack.

The Celtics are now one win away from their 18th NBA championship, which would tie them with the Los Angeles Lakers for the most all-time. The Mavericks, meanwhile, are looking to win their first NBA championship since 2011.

Conclusion

The Celtics will have a chance to clinch the title in Game 3 on Thursday night in Dallas. The Mavericks will need to win Game 3 to force a Game 4 back in Boston.

Regardless of the outcome, this series has been a great display of basketball from two of the best teams in the NBA.