Boston Celtics One Win Away from 2024 NBA Title

Celtics Hold Off Mavericks in Game 3

Boston Takes 3-0 Series Lead

The Boston Celtics are one win away from their 18th NBA championship after defeating the Dallas Mavericks 106-98 in Game 3 of the 2024 NBA Finals on Tuesday night. The Celtics withstood a frantic Dallas Mavericks comeback attempt in the fourth quarter to take a commanding 3-0 lead in the series.

Jayson Tatum led the way for the Celtics with 30 points and 12 rebounds, while Jaylen Brown added 25 points and 7 assists. Luka Dončić led the Mavericks with 31 points and 8 rebounds, but it wasn't enough to overcome the Celtics' balanced attack.

The Mavericks made a run in the fourth quarter, cutting the Celtics' lead to just 4 points with under 5 minutes remaining. However, the Celtics were able to hold on for the win, thanks to some clutch free throw shooting from Tatum and Brown.

Game 4 of the series is scheduled for Thursday night in Dallas. The Celtics can clinch the championship with a win, while the Mavericks will need to win to stay alive.