Top Questions Arising from Game 2 of the Celtics-Mavericks NBA Finals
The Boston Celtics secured a 2-0 lead over the Dallas Mavericks after a thrilling back-and-forth Game 2 in Boston, putting history on their side. Teams leading 2-0 in the Finals hold an all-time record of 31-5, and the Celtics boast a 43-1 series record when leading a best-of-7 series 2-0, with their sole loss occurring in the 2018 Eastern Conference Finals.
The Mavericks now head to the American Airlines Center for Games 3 and 4, where they have a 5-3 record so far in these playoffs.
After a slow start in Game 1, the Mavericks came out strong in Game 2, jumping to a 13-6 lead in the first quarter, their largest lead of the night before Boston regained control in the second quarter.
Luka Doncic recorded 32 points, 11 assists, and 11 rebounds, marking his seventh triple-double of this postseason and tying him for the second-most in NBA playoff history. However, his eight turnovers hindered Dallas' efforts to even the series. The Mavericks will look to bounce back in Game 3 on Wednesday (8:30 p.m. ET, ABC).
Can Dallas make this a competitive series? What were the key adjustments in Game 2? Our NBA insiders tackle the pressing questions from Game 2.Read More.......
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