Celtics Repel Mavericks, Take 2-0 NBA Finals Lead
Boston Shows Resilience, Dallas Faces Uphill Battle
In a hard-fought Game 2 of the NBA Finals, the Boston Celtics held off the Dallas Mavericks 105-98 to take a commanding 2-0 series lead. The Celtics displayed resilience and determination, while the Mavericks face an uphill battle to stay alive in the series.
Celtics Dominate Fourth Quarter
Boston controlled the pace of the game throughout, but it was in the fourth quarter that they really turned it up. A 10-0 run midway through the period gave them a double-digit lead that they would not relinquish. Jayson Tatum led the Celtics with 28 points, while Jaylen Brown added 24. Marcus Smart also had a big game with 21 points, 7 rebounds, and 5 assists.
Luka Doncic Shines for Mavericks
Despite the loss, Luka Doncic put up another stellar performance for the Mavericks. He finished with a game-high 30 points, 12 rebounds, and 5 assists. However, he did not get much help from his teammates. Spencer Dinwiddie was the only other Mavericks player to score in double figures with 19 points.
Mavericks Face Must-Win Game 3
The Mavericks are now in a must-win situation heading into Game 3 in Boston on Wednesday night. They will need a huge effort from Doncic and the rest of the team if they want to get back into the series. The Celtics, on the other hand, can afford to relax a bit, but they will still need to be wary of a Mavericks team that is desperate for a win.
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