NBA Finals, Warriors-Celtics Game 6: Key stat, moment and more from Stephen Curry’s coronation
2 years, 6 months ago

NBA Finals, Warriors-Celtics Game 6: Key stat, moment and more from Stephen Curry’s coronation

New York Times  

Who was the guy? That’s because of Curry’s play, his leadership and the inspiration he galvanizes throughout the construction of a roster and the belief of a team from the first minute of training camp through the final seconds of a closeout victory in the NBA Finals. The disappearance of Jayson Tatum in Game 6 coincided with one of the best individual defensive games of Andrew Wiggins’ career. Your Finals MVP: Steph Curry | 31.2 points, 6.0 rebounds, 5.0 assists, 2.0 steals, 48.2-percent from the field, 43.7 percent from 3, 85.7 percent from the free-throw line The “isn’t it weird that Curry doesn’t have a Finals MVP despite having three championships?” crowd now gets to move its disingenuous goal posts to “isn’t it weird that Curry only has one Finals MVP despite having four championships?” for the time being. Many people categorize Curry as the greatest shooter of all time, but they fail to mention he’s one of the greatest scorers ever, ranking 12th in playoff points per game and 10th in NBA Finals scoring average.

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NBA roundup: Orlando Magic stuns Miami Heat after franchise-record rally; Warriors beat Timberwolves
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2 days, 18 hours ago

NBA roundup: Orlando Magic stuns Miami Heat after franchise-record rally; Warriors beat Timberwolves

The Hindu  

Holding visiting Miami to just eight fourth-quarter points, the Orlando Magic set a franchise record in rallying from 22 points down at the start of the final period to beat the Heat, 121-114, on Saturday. Bam Adebayo scored 23 points and grabbed six rebounds, Terry Rozier notched another 23 points off the bench and Tyler Herro recorded 22 points, six …

Tatum scores a season-high 43 to go with 16 rebounds, 10 assist in Celtics 123-98 win over Bulls
2 days, 23 hours ago

Tatum scores a season-high 43 to go with 16 rebounds, 10 assist in Celtics 123-98 win over Bulls

Associated Press  

CHICAGO — Jayson Tatum scored a season-high 43 points, grabbed 16 rebounds and dished out 10 assists for his third career triple-double and the Boston Celtics beat the Chicago Bulls 123-98 on Saturday night. Kristaps Porzingis scored 22 points and Jaylen Brown added 19 to help the Celtics rebound from a 117-108 loss to the Bulls in Boston on Thursday …

Pritchard scores 27 and hits 7 3-pointers to help Celtics earn 20th win, power past Pistons 123-99
1 week, 5 days ago

Pritchard scores 27 and hits 7 3-pointers to help Celtics earn 20th win, power past Pistons 123-99

Associated Press  

BOSTON — Payton Pritchard scored 27 points, and the Boston Celtics used a big second half to post their 20th victory and roll past the Detroit Pistons 123-99 on Thursday night. Derrick White added 23 points and also had seven 3s help the Celtics win for the fourth time in five games. Takeaways Pistons: Coach J.B. Bickerstaff hoped his team …

Celtics answer Bucks’ call to compete, win despite cold shooting
2 weeks, 4 days ago

Celtics answer Bucks’ call to compete, win despite cold shooting

New York Times  

BOSTON — Al Horford’s final shot didn’t matter. And it’s gonna be really competitive.” The Celtics shot 32.1 percent on 3-point attempts in their fifth-worst outside shooting performance of the season. During a Nov. 10 Celtics win at Milwaukee, Antetokounmpo earned an offensive foul call with an elbow to Brown’s face, then, like an uncle playing a game with his …

Cavs get 17th win as Celtics edge T-Wolves and Heat burn in OT
3 weeks, 6 days ago

Cavs get 17th win as Celtics edge T-Wolves and Heat burn in OT

China Daily  

Cleveland Cavaliers guard Donovan Mitchell celebrates after hitting a three point basket during the second half against the Toronto Raptors during a NBA game at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse, Cleveland, Ohio, USA on November 24, 2024. WASHINGTON - Donovan Mitchell and reserve Ty Jerome each scored 26 points to spark the NBA-best Cleveland Cavaliers over Toronto 122-108 on Sunday while Boston …

NBA Roundup: Ty Jerome stars as Cleveland Cavaliers bounce back, Golden State Warriors roll on
1 month ago

NBA Roundup: Ty Jerome stars as Cleveland Cavaliers bounce back, Golden State Warriors roll on

The Hindu  

Ty Jerome scored 29 points as the Cleveland Cavaliers bounced back from its first defeat of the season with a 128-100 rout of the New Orleans Pelicans on Wednesday. The Cavs saw its 15-game unbeaten streak brought to an abrupt end by the Boston Celtics on Tuesday but dominated New Orleans with a wire-to-wire victory before its home crowd. In …

Tatum stars as Celtics end Cavs' perfect start
1 month ago

Tatum stars as Celtics end Cavs' perfect start

China Daily  

The Celtics' Jayson Tatum goes for the basket during Tuesday's NBA game against Cleveland in Boston. GETTY IMAGES/AFP BOSTON — The defending NBA champion held off the league's hottest team on Tuesday night, with Jayson Tatum scoring 33 points and adding 12 rebounds to lead the Boston Celtics to a 120-117 victory over Cleveland, handing the Cavaliers their first loss …

NBA Cup 2024 roundup: Celtics end Cavs’ streak at 15 games
1 month ago

NBA Cup 2024 roundup: Celtics end Cavs’ streak at 15 games

The Hindu  

Jayson Tatum had 33 points, 12 rebounds and seven assists on Tuesday to help the Boston Celtics defeat the visiting Cavaliers 120-117, ending Cleveland’s season-opening, 15-game winning streak. Al Horford added 20 points and seven rebounds while Derrick White supplied 19 points for the Celtics, who made 22 of 41 3-point shots while winning an NBA Cup game. Lakers 124, …

Celtics end Cavaliers’ 15-0 start to the season in NBA Cup matchup
1 month ago

Celtics end Cavaliers’ 15-0 start to the season in NBA Cup matchup

Associated Press  

BOSTON — This one wasn’t about their perfect season or a 15-game winning streak or even the NBA Cup. “This was a great test for us, and unfortunately we didn’t get the win,” said Donovan Mitchell, whose 35 points couldn’t prevent the Cavaliers from picking up their first loss of the season, 120-117 to the Boston Celtics on Tuesday night. …

Celtics hand Cavaliers first loss of season, winning 120-117 to end Cleveland’s 15-game win streak
1 month ago

Celtics hand Cavaliers first loss of season, winning 120-117 to end Cleveland’s 15-game win streak

Associated Press  

BOSTON — The defending NBA champions held off the league’s hottest team on Tuesday night, with Jayson Tatum scoring 33 points and adding 12 rebounds to lead the Boston Celtics to a 120-117 victory over Cleveland and hand the Cavaliers their first loss after 15 straight wins to open the season. Cleveland cut a 21-point deficit to two in the …

NBA: Tatum travelled before making game winner to lift Boston over Toronto
1 month ago

NBA: Tatum travelled before making game winner to lift Boston over Toronto

The Hindu  

Jayson Tatum travelled moments before making the deciding 3-pointer at the overtime buzzer to give the Boston Celtics a 126-123 victory over the Toronto Raptors on Saturday night, the NBA said. Tatum moved his pivot foot with 3.4 seconds left in overtime and should have been called for traveling, the NBA revealed on Sunday in its Last Two Minute Report. …

Tatum’s 3-pointer at the buzzer in OT gives the Celtics a 126-123 victory over the Raptors
1 month, 1 week ago

Tatum’s 3-pointer at the buzzer in OT gives the Celtics a 126-123 victory over the Raptors

Associated Press  

BOSTON — Jayson Tatum hit a 3-pointer at the buzzer in overtime and the Boston Celtics rallied to beat the Toronto Raptors 126-123 on Saturday night. RJ Barrett had his first triple-double — 25 points, 15 assists and 10 rebounds, the first Raptors player ever with all that in the same game. Boston’s Neemias Queta, who started in place of …

Stephen Curry scores 27 points to lead Warriors past Celtics 118-112
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Stephen Curry scores 27 points to lead Warriors past Celtics 118-112

Associated Press  

BOSTON — Stephen Curry scored 27 points, Buddy Hield had 16 and the Golden State Warriors beat the Boston Celtics 118-112 on Wednesday night for their fifth straight victory. Boston forward Jaylen Brown missed his third straight game with a strained left hip flexor. Takeaways Warriors: They fared a lot better than their last trip to Boston, when they were …

Celtics Dominate Hawks, Cruise to 123-93 Win
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Celtics Dominate Hawks, Cruise to 123-93 Win

Associated Press  

Jayson Tatum shines for the Celtics, leading them to a 123-93 victory over the Atlanta Hawks. Tatum poured in 26 points in the first half, showcasing his dominance on both offense and defense. The Celtics dominated the game from the outset, building a significant lead and holding on for the win. The Hawks, on the other hand, struggled to find …

Celtics Hold on for 124-118 Against Pistons, Clinching Series Lead
1 month, 4 weeks ago

Celtics Hold on for 124-118 Against Pistons, Clinching Series Lead

Associated Press  

The Boston Celtics secured a 124-118 victory over the Detroit Pistons on Saturday night, despite trailing for much of the third quarter. Jayson Tatum shone with 37 points, including six points in the final 65 seconds, while Derrick White and Malcolm Beasley contributed 21 and 10 points respectively for the Celtics. The Pistons, despite a valiant effort, struggled to create …

Mitchell, Wade Shine as Cavaliers Dominate Pistons in Historic Opener
1 month, 4 weeks ago

Mitchell, Wade Shine as Cavaliers Dominate Pistons in Historic Opener

Associated Press  

The Cleveland Cavaliers defeated the Detroit Pistons 113-101 in their home opener. Donovan Mitchell and Dean Wade scored 19 points each, while Jarrett Allen added 17 and 11 rebounds. Jaden Ivey and Cade Cunningham also scored 22 and 33 points respectively for the Cavs. The Pistons were led by Jarret Allen with 22 points and 11 rebounds, while the Cavaliers …

Celtics Dominate Knicks, Launch Title Defense
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2 months ago

Celtics Dominate Knicks, Launch Title Defense

News 18  

The Boston Celtics dominated the New York Knicks in a resounding 132-109 victory on Tuesday, marking their return to the NBA Finals. Led by Jayson Tatum's stellar performance with 37 points, the Celtics asserted their dominance from the outset, leading 74-55 at halftime. The Celtics' defense, led by Al Horford's 11 rebounds, suffocated the Knicks' offense, forcing numerous turnovers and …

Celtics Dominate Knicks, Extend Banner 18 Streak
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2 months ago

Celtics Dominate Knicks, Extend Banner 18 Streak

Associated Press  

The Boston Celtics dominated the New York Knicks in their season opener, winning 132-109. Jayson Tatum led the Celtics with 37 points, including 8 3-pointers, while Derrick White and Jaylen Brown added 24 and 23 points respectively. The Celtics broke the NBA record for most 3-pointers made in a game with 29, and they held a significant lead for much …

Celtics Seek 19th Title, But Challengers Are Rising
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2 months ago

Celtics Seek 19th Title, But Challengers Are Rising

Associated Press  

The Celtics are looking to defend their 19th NBA title, but they face a challenging season with several challengers. The team returns virtually intact from a year ago, but they will face competition from New York, Philadelphia, and rising teams in the East and West. The Celtics know that they will have to be patient and persistent to win the …

Celtics Quest for Back-to-Back Glory as LeBron Joins Son and Familiar Faces
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2 months ago

Celtics Quest for Back-to-Back Glory as LeBron Joins Son and Familiar Faces

News 18  

The Boston Celtics will be aiming to repeat as NBA champions in the upcoming season, with LeBron James and his son Bronny joining the team. The Celtics will face stiff competition from the New York Knicks, Los Angeles Lakers, Minnesota Timberwolves, and other teams in the Eastern Conference. The Lakers will have a new father-son combination with Anthony Davis and …

NBA predictions: A surprise team could challenge Celtics, Knicks, Sixers atop the East
2 months, 1 week ago

NBA predictions: A surprise team could challenge Celtics, Knicks, Sixers atop the East

New York Times  

-The Eastern Conference is the home of the NBA’s reigning champions … and also the home to a lot of teams that are straining to chase them. Paying him isn’t an easy decision — not when he’s already 35 and misses a guaranteed 20 games every year, and not when last season’s Heat seemed miles from contending even with him. …

Celtics Reunite for Another Title Run: Can They Repeat the Dynasty?
2 months, 1 week ago

Celtics Reunite for Another Title Run: Can They Repeat the Dynasty?

Associated Press  

The Boston Celtics are poised to return to title contention with their core players intact. Led by Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown, the team boasts a potent offensive arsenal and a suffocating defense. Despite some concerns about their frontcourt depth, the Celtics have the tools to overcome any challenges they may face. With a strong track record and a hunger …

The Warriors are talking like they want to lead the NBA in attempted 3s
2 months, 2 weeks ago

The Warriors are talking like they want to lead the NBA in attempted 3s

New York Times  

SACRAMENTO, Calif. — Steve Kerr laid out the public directive during the Golden State Warriors’ first week in Hawaii: He wants to be a high-volume 3-point-shooting team, upping the output despite the loss of one of the most prolific shooters in NBA history. It’d be hard for us to win a lot of games unless we shoot a high volume …

Celtics’ Baylor Scheierman puts his fingerprints on the game in summer league debut
5 months, 1 week ago

Celtics’ Baylor Scheierman puts his fingerprints on the game in summer league debut

New York Times  

LAS VEGAS — Baylor Scheierman looks ready. “That’s something I enjoy and I’m not going to back down from and I’m going to compete.” Scheierman, the 23-year-old rookie from Creighton, showed he can do a bit of everything in his summer league debut Saturday. “I think for his first NBA type of action, he was aggressive,” Celtics summer league coach …

Boston Celtics set NBA record by smashing Dallas Mavericks to clinch title in style
6 months ago

Boston Celtics set NBA record by smashing Dallas Mavericks to clinch title in style

The Independent  

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A postseason like almost none other for Luka Doncic, even without a title
6 months ago

A postseason like almost none other for Luka Doncic, even without a title

Associated Press  

Luka Doncic’s first trip to the NBA Finals didn’t result in his first championship. Celtics Record Boston’s 16-3 record in these playoffs represents the 10th-best postseason mark by a team in NBA history. Also ahead of Boston’s run this season: the 1999 San Antonio Spurs, 1991 Chicago Bulls and 1989 Detroit Pistons, the 1971 Milwaukee Bucks and 1982 Lakers and …

Celtics rout Mavericks to win record 18th NBA championship
6 months ago

Celtics rout Mavericks to win record 18th NBA championship

Hindustan Times  

Jayson Tatum produced a dazzling 31-point display as the Boston Celtics dominated the Dallas Mavericks 106-88 to clinch a record-breaking 18th NBA championship crown on Monday. Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum celebrates with the trophy on the podium after defeating the Dallas Mavericks in the 2024 NBA Finals Humbled by Dallas in a 38-point game four drubbing on Friday, Boston …

Celtics rout Mavericks to win record 18th NBA championship
6 months ago

Celtics rout Mavericks to win record 18th NBA championship

The Hindu  

Jayson Tatum produced a dazzling 31-point display as the Boston Celtics dominated the Dallas Mavericks 106-88 to clinch a record-breaking 18th NBA championship crown on Monday. I’m sorry.” Jaylen Brown, who was named Finals Most valuable Player, gave Tatum scoring support with 21 points, while Jrue Holiday added 15 and Derrick White 14. Payton Pritchard put the seal on a …

NBA Finals: Celtics win 18th championship with victory over Mavericks
6 months, 1 week ago

NBA Finals: Celtics win 18th championship with victory over Mavericks

Associated Press  

BOSTON — Jayson Tatum put his hands behind his head, with TD Garden fans standing on their feet cheering around him, and took it all in. Tatum had 31 points, 11 assists and eight rebounds, and the Celtics topped the Dallas Mavericks 106-88 on Monday night to win the franchise’s 18th championship, breaking a tie with the Los Angeles Lakers …

Boston Celtics win historic 18TH NBA title as they blow Dallas Mavericks away at TD Garden with sensational performance
6 months, 1 week ago

Boston Celtics win historic 18TH NBA title as they blow Dallas Mavericks away at TD Garden with sensational performance

Daily Mail  

There was never a doubt in Beantown on Monday night. A Boston Celtics victory looked inevitable in Game 5 of the NBA Finals against the Dallas Mavericks at TD Garden. Jayson Tatum lifts the Larry O'Brien Trophy after winning his first NBA Championship Jayson Tatum cemented himself as one of the premier players in the NBA by winning a title …

Celtics are built to thrive in NBA’s new cap era … at least for a little while
6 months, 1 week ago

Celtics are built to thrive in NBA’s new cap era … at least for a little while

New York Times  

If there’s one lesson I hope we all learned from these NBA playoffs, it’s this: Can we hold our horses and wait a little before immediately anointing anyone who has a successful playoff round as The Next Thing? I’m told the Celtics would like to bring the centers back if the money is reasonable; regardless, Boston can easily replenish the …

Celtics’ Jaylen Brown, Jayson Tatum have their banner in a city that demands nothing less
6 months, 1 week ago

Celtics’ Jaylen Brown, Jayson Tatum have their banner in a city that demands nothing less

New York Times  

BOSTON — They all know what they signed up for when they get here. “The only way you can get rid of all the ghosts,” said the Celtics’ great play-by-play man, Sean Grande, toward the end of Boston’s 106-88 NBA Finals clincher Monday over the Dallas Mavericks, “is to become one of them.” So, Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown have …

Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown’s twisting march to glory: A timeline
6 months, 1 week ago

Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown’s twisting march to glory: A timeline

New York Times  

The partnership of Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown hasn’t been perfect. Here’s a timeline through the years of Tatum and Brown and everything that’s led to this moment, Boston’s first championship since 2008, via stories by The Athletic. Tatum and Brown were beginning to put their mark on the Boston roster, and the Celtics’ front office knew to build around …

Jaylen Brown wins NBA Finals MVP after leading Celtics to first championship since 2008
6 months, 1 week ago

Jaylen Brown wins NBA Finals MVP after leading Celtics to first championship since 2008

New York Times  

BOSTON — There was a time not so long ago when Jaylen Brown’s future in Boston was in doubt. After all those years of questions about whether he and Jayson Tatum would ever win an NBA title together, or if the stewards of the storied franchise would be better off breaking the Boston Celtics stars up, Brown signed a five-year, …

Celtics defeat Mavericks for 18th NBA title, eclipsing Lakers for most championships
6 months, 1 week ago

Celtics defeat Mavericks for 18th NBA title, eclipsing Lakers for most championships

LA Times  

Jayson Tatum put his hands behind his head, with fans in TD Garden standing on their feet cheering around him, and took it all in. Tatum had 31 points, 11 assists and eight rebounds, and the Celtics topped the Dallas Mavericks 106-88 on Monday night to win the franchise’s 18th championship, breaking a tie with the Lakers for the most …

Celtics back home with chance to close out Mavericks and clinch record 18th NBA championship
6 months, 1 week ago

Celtics back home with chance to close out Mavericks and clinch record 18th NBA championship

Associated Press  

BOSTON — The Boston Celtics’ catastrophic performance in Game 4 of the NBA Finals gave them a chance to clinch another championship on Monday night under the 17 banners already hanging in the TD Garden rafters. “We don’t like to lose,” Celtics guard Jaylen Brown said before practice on Sunday. So I think it’s not difficult to get everybody in …

Celtics take season’s worth of lessons into Game 5 of NBA Finals with latest chance to secure title
6 months, 1 week ago

Celtics take season’s worth of lessons into Game 5 of NBA Finals with latest chance to secure title

Associated Press  

BOSTON — The Celtics picked the most inopportune time to play their worst game of the season. They’re not going to roll over,” Celtics reserve Sam Hauser said. They’re desperate.. They’re not going to make it easy on us.” As humbling as Game 4’s loss was, history will be on the Celtics’ side for Game 5. “It’s a great opportunity …

Celtics knocked down hard by Mavericks in Game 4 of NBA Finals, but go home with chance to clinch
6 months, 1 week ago

Celtics knocked down hard by Mavericks in Game 4 of NBA Finals, but go home with chance to clinch

Associated Press  

DALLAS — Jayson Tatum had his step-back 3-pointer swatted away, then ended up in a heap on the floor and was called for a loose-ball foul. Instead of wrapping up an unprecedented 18th NBA title, the Celtics suffered their worst loss ever in the NBA Finals — and one of the worst in league history — when they fell 122-84 …

NBA Finals 2023-24: Luka Doncic, Mavs avert sweep with Game 4 blowout
6 months, 1 week ago

NBA Finals 2023-24: Luka Doncic, Mavs avert sweep with Game 4 blowout

The Hindu  

Luka Doncic scored 25 of his 29 points in the first half, Kyrie Irving added 21 points and the Dallas Mavericks avoided a sweep with a 122-84 rout of the Boston Celtics in Game 4 of the NBA Finals on Friday. Doncic started a 10-0 spurt in the first quarter with a floater and closed it with a driving layup …

Doncic scores 29, Mavericks roll past the Celtics 122-84 to avoid a sweep in the NBA Finals
6 months, 1 week ago

Doncic scores 29, Mavericks roll past the Celtics 122-84 to avoid a sweep in the NBA Finals

Hindustan Times  

DALLAS — Luka Doncic scored 25 of his 29 points in the first half, Kyrie Irving added 21 points and the Dallas Mavericks emphatically extended their season on Friday night, fending off elimination by beating the Boston Celtics 122-84 in Game 4 of the NBA Finals. Doncic scores 29, Mavericks roll past the Celtics 122-84 to avoid a sweep in …

Doncic scores 29, Mavericks roll past the Celtics 122-84 to avoid a sweep in the NBA Finals
6 months, 1 week ago

Doncic scores 29, Mavericks roll past the Celtics 122-84 to avoid a sweep in the NBA Finals

Associated Press  

DALLAS — There were two options for the Dallas Mavericks. The 38-point final margin was the third-biggest ever in an NBA Finals game, behind only Chicago beating Utah 96-54 in 1998 and the Celtics beating the Los Angeles Lakers 131-92 in 2008. They just played harder.” The loss — Boston’s first in five weeks — snapped the Celtics’ 10-game postseason …

Celtics reminded of where Mavs are coming from (and the down 3-0 thing) in Game 4 beatdown
6 months, 1 week ago

Celtics reminded of where Mavs are coming from (and the down 3-0 thing) in Game 4 beatdown

New York Times  

DALLAS — The big news going into Game 4 of the NBA Finals on Friday night was that injured Boston Celtics center Kristaps Porziņģis would be available to play against the Dallas Mavericks … “if necessary.” As things happened, the big fella’s presence wasn’t necessary. Now let’s talk some real history, such as Dallas coming into the game burdened with …

NBA Finals: Mavericks roll to blowout victory over Celtics in Game 4
6 months, 1 week ago

NBA Finals: Mavericks roll to blowout victory over Celtics in Game 4

LA Times  

Dallas star Luka Doncic celebrates during the Mavericks’ win over the Boston Celtics in Game 4 of the NBA Finals on Friday night. They just played harder.” The loss — Boston’s first in five weeks — snapped the Celtics’ 10-game postseason winning streak, longest in franchise history, plus took away the chance they had at being the first team in …

Celtics at Mavericks NBA Finals Game 4 odds, expert picks: Boston goes for the title
6 months, 1 week ago

Celtics at Mavericks NBA Finals Game 4 odds, expert picks: Boston goes for the title

New York Times  

The Dallas Mavericks at least made things interesting in Game 3 of the NBA Finals, but the Boston Celtics are on the verge of a title. ET on ABC Celtics lead series 3-0 Series odds: Celtics -10000, Mavericks +2000 As a neutral, there are two ways to look at what happened in Game 3. Boston now seeks the first sweep …

Five reasons the Celtics are about to win the title. Plus, who will win NBA Finals MVP?
6 months, 1 week ago

Five reasons the Celtics are about to win the title. Plus, who will win NBA Finals MVP?

New York Times  

The Bounce Newsletter | This is The Athletic’s daily NBA newsletter. Five reasons Boston is about to win a ring Tonight, the Celtics have a great chance to culminate their seven-year journey of the Jayson Tatum-Jaylen Brown duo trying to bring the Larry O’Brien trophy back to Boston. Redick is in the unique position of calling the NBA Finals for …

Jaylen Brown’s MVP-like performance fueled by growth from past failures: ‘This team has trusted me’
6 months, 1 week ago

Jaylen Brown’s MVP-like performance fueled by growth from past failures: ‘This team has trusted me’

New York Times  

DALLAS — Jaylen Brown held the release on his final jump shot Wednesday night as if he couldn’t stand being a passive observer of the basketball’s fate. “He’s such a hard worker,” said Celtics assistant coach Tony Dobbins, who works closely with Brown. “That was something that he was very intent on saying: ‘I want to show that I’m one …

Mavericks obliterate Celtics by historic margin in Game 4 to avoid NBA Finals sweep
6 months, 1 week ago

Mavericks obliterate Celtics by historic margin in Game 4 to avoid NBA Finals sweep

New York Times  

DALLAS — Deficits like the one the Dallas Mavericks face in the NBA Finals are never overcome, nor do they interrupt the pride of the team trying to dig itself out of such a deep hole. Luka Dončić scored 25 of his 29 points in the first half of Game 4, the Mavericks built one of the largest halftime leads …

NBA Finals: Boston Celtics Beat Dallas Mavericks 106-99 to Take 3-0 Lead
6 months, 1 week ago

NBA Finals: Boston Celtics Beat Dallas Mavericks 106-99 to Take 3-0 Lead

News 18  

The Boston Celtics, fueled by their star duo of Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown, held off a furious Dallas rally to beat the Mavericks 106-99 on Wednesday and take a 3-0 stranglehold on the NBA finals. Brown scored 15 of his 30 in a scorching third quarter and the Celtics held on to move within one victory of a record-setting …

Celtics show unselfish, championship mindset to put Mavs on ropes: ‘The job is not done’
6 months, 1 week ago

Celtics show unselfish, championship mindset to put Mavs on ropes: ‘The job is not done’

New York Times  

DALLAS — On the final possession of the Boston Celtics’ mighty third quarter Wednesday night, Jaylen Brown dribbled in place on the midcourt logo and waited to start his move. “I’ve got to watch the film,” Jayson Tatum said, “but that was excellent basketball we played to start the third, especially on the offensive end.” With an opportunity to step …

Celtics defeat Mavericks to take commanding 3-0 lead in NBA Finals
6 months, 1 week ago

Celtics defeat Mavericks to take commanding 3-0 lead in NBA Finals

LA Times  

Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown shared a long hug after helping Boston avoid the biggest collapse in an NBA Finals game since at least 1997. The Mavs almost pulled off a crazy comeback to avoid the big hole — 13 years after Dallas had the biggest fourth-quarter rally in the play-by-play era of the NBA Finals when a 15-point comeback …

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