Mavericks Face Uphill Battle After Game 3 Loss to Celtics
Dallas Trails 2-1 as NBA Finals Resume Wednesday Night
The Dallas Mavericks face a daunting task as they return to the court for Game 3 of the 2024 NBA Finals against the Boston Celtics on Wednesday night. After dropping Game 1 at home and suffering a narrow loss in Game 2, the Mavericks now find themselves in a must-win situation with the series shifting to Boston.
Despite a strong first half in Game 3, the Mavericks were unable to maintain their momentum and succumbed to a 107-89 defeat. The Celtics' depth once again proved to be a decisive factor, with Jayson Tatum, Jaylen Brown, and Marcus Smart combining for 67 points.
Kristaps Porzingis made his return from injury for Dallas, contributing 20 points off the bench. However, the Mavericks' offense struggled overall, shooting just 37% from the field. The Celtics, on the other hand, shot 51% from the floor and made 13 three-pointers.
Conclusion:
As the series heads to Boston, the Mavericks know they have their backs against the wall. With the Celtics holding a 2-1 lead, Dallas must find a way to regain their footing and steal a game on the road. The task will be incredibly challenging, but if the Mavericks are to have any hope of extending the series, they will need to play with the same determination and intensity that propelled them to the Finals in the first place.
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