Celtics Defeat Mavericks 107-89 in Game 1 of 2024 NBA Finals

Boston Takes Early Lead in Championship Series

Kristaps Porzingis Returns with 20 Points in Losing Effort

In a highly anticipated matchup, the Boston Celtics emerged victorious over the Dallas Mavericks in the opening game of the 2024 NBA Finals on June 6th, 2024, with a final score of 107-89. Despite a strong performance from Mavericks star Kristaps Porzingis, who returned from a calf injury to score 20 points, the Celtics' balanced attack and stifling defense proved too much to overcome.

The Celtics took an early lead in the first quarter and never looked back, maintaining a double-digit advantage throughout the game. Jayson Tatum led the scoring for Boston with 25 points, followed by Jaylen Brown with 22 and Marcus Smart with 18. The Mavericks struggled to find their rhythm offensively, with Luka Doncic scoring only 17 points on 6-of-18 shooting.

The Celtics' victory gives them a 1-0 lead in the best-of-seven series. Game 2 is scheduled to take place on June 8th, 2024, in Dallas.