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Boston Celtics Take 3-0 Lead in NBA Finals with Win Over Dallas Mavericks

Celtics Hold Off Mavericks Comeback Attempt

The Boston Celtics held off a spirited comeback attempt from the Dallas Mavericks to win Game 3 of the 2024 NBA Finals 106-98 and take a 3-0 lead. The Celtics moved another win closer to another NBA championship which would give the franchise their 18th title.

Key Stats

Jayson Tatum led the Celtics with 28 points, 9 rebounds and 5 assists. Jaylen Brown added 22 points and 7 rebounds, while Marcus Smart chipped in with 21 points and 7 assists. Luka Doncic led the Mavericks with 33 points, 9 rebounds and 5 assists, while Spencer Dinwiddie added 21 points. The Celtics out-rebounded the Mavericks 45-35 and shot 52% from the field to 41% for the Mavericks.

Mavericks Attempt Comeback

The Mavericks trailed by 17 points in the third quarter but mounted a furious comeback in the fourth quarter. Doncic scored 13 of his 33 points in the fourth quarter, and the Mavericks cut the Celtics' lead to 100-98 with 2:04 remaining. However, the Celtics held on for the win, with Tatum making two key free throws in the final minute.

What's Next

The Celtics can clinch the NBA championship with a win in Game 4 on Friday night. The Mavericks will need to win Game 4 to force a Game 5. Game 4 will be played in Boston at TD Garden.


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