Dallas Mavericks Face Uphill Battle in Game 4 Against Boston Celtics
Title Contenders Clash in Pivotal Finals Matchup
The Boston Celtics are on the cusp of their 18th NBA championship after taking a commanding 3-0 lead over the Dallas Mavericks in the Finals. The Celtics, who are making their first Finals appearance since 2010, have been dominant throughout the series, winning the first three games by an average of 11 points.
The Mavericks, who are the sixth team in NBA history to reach the Finals as a fifth seed or lower, face an uphill battle in Game 4 on Tuesday night. Dallas is a 15-point underdog according to ESPN Betting, and will need to find a way to slow down the Celtics' high-powered offense.
The Celtics are led by Jayson Tatum, who is averaging 27 points, 7 rebounds, and 4 assists per game in the Finals. Tatum has been ably supported by Jaylen Brown (23 points, 6 rebounds, 3 assists per game) and Marcus Smart (16 points, 5 rebounds, 5 assists per game).
The Mavericks will need to get more production from their star player, Luka Dončić, who is averaging just 21 points per game in the Finals. Dončić has been struggling with a calf injury, but he is expected to play in Game 4.
Game 4 is a must-win for the Mavericks, who will be eliminated from the Finals with a loss. The Celtics, meanwhile, can clinch their 18th title with a win on Tuesday night.
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