Boston Celtics Dominate Game 1 of NBA Finals
Jayson Tatum Leads Celtics to 107-89 Victory Over Dallas Mavericks
The Boston Celtics took a commanding lead in the NBA Finals on Friday night, defeating the Dallas Mavericks 107-89 in Game 1. Jayson Tatum led the Celtics with 30 points and 11 rebounds, while Jaylen Brown added 21 points and Marcus Smart chipped in 18.
The Celtics were in control from the start, jumping out to a 13-point lead in the first quarter. They extended their lead to 20 points in the second and never looked back. The Mavericks, meanwhile, struggled to find any rhythm on offense, shooting just 37.5% from the field and committing 17 turnovers.
The Celtics' defense was particularly impressive, holding the Mavericks to just 14 points in the paint. They also forced 10 steals, which they converted into 22 points.
With the victory, the Celtics now have a 1-0 lead in the series. Game 2 will be played on Sunday night in Boston.
Conclusion
The Celtics' victory in Game 1 was a statement to the rest of the NBA. They are the defending champions and they are not going to relinquish their title without a fight. The Mavericks, meanwhile, will need to regroup quickly if they want to have a chance in this series.
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