Boston Celtics are now at the verge of earning their 18th title in the NBA, after winning the Game 3 of the NBA Finals against Dallas Mavericks. Despite Mavericks‘ late run in late fourth quarter, Celtics were able to pull through a win in Game 3. Throughout the series, Celtics proved their eagerness and hunger for a title this season. This 106-99 win in Game makes the Celtics a win away from claiming another title in their history. Additionally, if they will be able to win the title this season, they will become the 10th team to sweep an NBA finals. Meanwhile, the Mavericks had a slim hope during their comeback attempt for Game 3.
Boston Celtics earns a 3-0 lead
The Boston Celtics secured a 106-99 win over the Dallas Mavericks in Game 3 of the 2024 NBA Finals, securing a 3-0 lead. The Celtics, now 7-0 on the road in the 2024 playoffs, took control of the game in the third quarter, outscoring Dallas 35-19. They held off a spirited comeback attempt from the Mavericks, but their offense kicked into gear down the stretch, with just two empty possessions over the final three minutes. They outscored the Mavericks 13-7 the rest of the way, and when they needed baskets to save the game, they were able to get them. The Celtics now have a 3-0 lead in the best-of-seven series and can become the 10th team to sweep their opponent in the NBA Finals if they win Friday’s Game 4.
Meanwhile, the Mavericks, facing a crucial game, nearly came back in the fourth quarter after Dallas fell 21 points. However, Luka Doncic fouled out for the first time in his playoff career, leaving the Mavericks with 27 points. Kyrie Irving scored 35 points, making it the first time a team has come back from a 3-0 series deficit in NBA playoff history. Only four teams in a 3-0 hole have ever forced a Game 7, including the Celtics in last year’s Eastern Conference finals.
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