This Sunday at TD Garden, for the second game of the NBA Finals series, the Celtics will try to increase the difference in the series against the Mavericks. Find out what you need to know about the rivalry that kicks off at 9 pm
Boston Celtics and Dallas Mavericks They will play this Sunday from 9pm at TD Garden Stadium, for the second game of the 2024 NBA finals. The Celtics won the first game of the series convincingly 107-89 and want to take a lead that will allow them to have some comfort before traveling to Texas. Learn about lineups, where to see it live and more.
In the premiere of the series that was played on Thursday, those led by Joe Mazzulla They completely dominated the game with a strong defense Luka Doncic and Kyrie irvingthe stars of dallas they scored only 42 points combined. The surprise factor he used Boston his pivot Kristaps Porzingiswho returned from his injury suffered 45 days ago, was the star of the night coming off the bench with 20 points and 6 rebounds.
How the Boston Celtics and Dallas Mavericks came to the second rivalry of the NBA Finals
Boston It reached these finals after finishing with the league’s best record in the regular season. In the first round they faced a Miami plagued by injuries, and they easily beat him 4-1. In the semifinals they met Cleveland, who did not rely on their figure Donovan Mitchell, and again clearly dominated their rival with another 4-1. In the Eastern Conference final, they met Indiana, which also did not rely on its star Tyrese Haliburton due to an injury in the first game of the series. It was a 4-0 sweep, which there was no chance for Pacers.
On the other hand dallas, had a tougher playoffs to get to where they are. Finishing fifth in the West, they always had a home field disadvantage, in the first round they met the Clippers of Paul George, James Harden, Russell Westbrook and company, whom they beat 4-2. In the second round they have to face the Oklahoma led by MVP candidate Shai Gilgeus-Alexander. It was a very even series that was always decided in the final minutes but the more experienced Mavericks managed to win 4-2. In the finals they got the revelation team of the playoffs Minnesota, directed by Anthony Edwards. The series that seemed to be the most even was where the Texans felt the most comfortable and managed to overcome the series 4-1.
The likely Boston Celtics quintet vs. Dallas Mavericks, for the NBA finals
Jrue holidaysDerrick WhiteJaylen brownJayson tatam and Al Horford. DT: Joe Mazzulla.
The possible Dallas Mavericks quintet vs. Boston Celtics, for the NBA finals
Kyrie irvingLuke DoncicDerrick Jones JR.PJ Washington and Daniel Gafford. DT: Jason Kidd.
Boston Celtics vs. Dallas Mavericks, for the NBA finals: where to watch live and game data
- Time: twenty-one
- TV: ESPN 2 and Star+
- stadium: TD Garden, Boston.
Source: Tycsports
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