Celtics to Face Mavericks in NBA Finals Opener: Live Coverage on The Athletic
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Game 1 Tips Off Thursday Night
The highly anticipated NBA Finals will kick off Thursday night on ABC, with live coverage provided by The Athletic. The Boston Celtics, the top seed in the Eastern Conference, will square off against the Dallas Mavericks, who emerged victorious from the Western Conference.
The Mavericks clinched their berth in the Finals after a thrilling 124-119 Game 5 win over the Golden State Warriors. Superstar Luka Doncic led the way with 20 points in the first quarter and finished with a dominant 30-point performance.
Meanwhile, the Celtics advanced to the Finals with a 100-96 win in Game 7 of the Eastern Conference Finals against the Miami Heat. Jayson Tatum paced Boston with 26 points, while Jaylen Brown added 24.
The Celtics and Mavericks have never met in the NBA Finals before, making this matchup a highly intriguing one. The series is expected to be close and competitive, with both teams拥有 talented rosters and experienced coaches.
Tune into The Athletic for live coverage of Game 1 of the NBA Finals between the Celtics and Mavericks on Thursday night. Our expert team of writers and analysts will provide in-depth analysis, real-time updates, and insights throughout the game.
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