Celtics Repel Mavericks, Take 2-0 NBA Finals Lead
Boston Dominates Game 2, Extends Series Advantage
Marcus Smart Shines in Crucial Victory
The Boston Celtics extended their NBA Finals lead to 2-0 after a hard-fought 105-98 victory over the Dallas Mavericks in Game 2 on June 6th. Despite a strong performance from Luka Doncic, the Celtics' defense and timely shooting proved too much for the Mavericks.
The Celtics' Marcus Smart played a pivotal role in the win, scoring 18 points and grabbing seven rebounds. He also led the team with five assists and two steals. Jayson Tatum added 28 points, while Jaylen Brown chipped in with 24.
The Mavericks kept the game close throughout, but the Celtics pulled away in the final minutes behind a flurry of three-pointers. Dallas's offense struggled in the second half, as they shot just 33% from the field.
The series now shifts to Dallas for Games 3 and 4. The Mavericks will need to find a way to generate more offense if they want to even the series. The Celtics, on the other hand, will look to continue their strong play and take a commanding 3-0 lead.
Conclusion:
The Celtics' victory in Game 2 leaves the Mavericks facing an uphill battle in the NBA Finals. Boston's defense and timely shooting were the keys to their success, and they will need to continue playing at this level if they want to capture their 18th NBA championship.
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