Celtics Take 2 0 Lead In Nba Finals

WEB Celtics Defeat Mavericks 107-89, Kristaps Porzingis Back from Injury

Celtics Take 2-0 Lead in NBA Finals

Game Highlights

The Boston Celtics took a commanding 2-0 lead in the NBA Finals after defeating the Dallas Mavericks 107-89 in Game 2 at American Airlines Center on Sunday night. Jaylen Brown led the way for the Celtics with 22 points, while Kristaps Porzingis made an immediate impact off the bench for the Mavericks with 20 points.

Porziņģis, the former Mavericks player who Dallas traded at the 2022 deadline, was playing his first game since March 31st due to a calf injury. He showed no signs of rust, however, and was a key factor in keeping the Mavericks in the game early on.

The Celtics, however, were too much for the Mavericks in the end. They shot 53.8% from the field, compared to just 36.8% for the Mavericks. Boston also dominated the rebounding battle, outrebounding Dallas 48-34.

The Mavericks will now have to win three straight games in order to tie the series. Game 3 is scheduled for Tuesday night in Dallas.

Conclusion

The Celtics' Game 2 victory was a statement win. They showed that they are the better team and that they are not afraid to play in hostile environments. If the Celtics can continue to play with the same intensity and focus, they will be tough to beat.