Boston, MA — The Boston Celtics kicked off the NBA Finals with a resounding win against the Dallas Mavericks in Game 1. The final score was 107-89 in favor of the Celtics.
After missing the last 10 playoff games due to a calf injury, Kristaps Porzingis made a triumphant comeback. He scored 18 points before halftime, providing a significant boost for the Celtics.
Jaylen Brown continued his impressive postseason performance, contributing 22 points to the Celtics’ victory.
Despite nursing injuries, Luka Dončić led the Mavericks with 30 points, but it wasn’t enough to overcome the Celtics’ dominant play.
The Celtics built a substantial lead in the first half, going up by as many as 29 points.The Mavericks made a third-quarter push, cutting the deficit to single digits, but the Celtics responded with a decisive 14-0 run.
Jayson Tatum and Kyrie Irving also played pivotal roles for the Celtics.
What’s Next?
Game 2 promises more intense action as both teams vie for the championship title. Stay tuned for live coverage and analysis!