Celtics Dominate Mavericks in Game 1 of NBA Finals

In Game 1 of the NBA Finals, the Boston Celtics easily defeated the Dallas Mavericks 107-89

Derrick White contributed significantly with 15 points for Boston, which surged ahead with a 29-point lead in the first half.

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Porziņģis, came off the bench to make an immediate impact. In just 21 minutes, he recorded six rebounds and three blocks.

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Luka Dončić led Dallas with 30 points, while PJ Washington added 14 points and eight rebounds. However, the Mavericks struggled to find offensive consistency.

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The Celtics connected on 16 three-pointers, showcasing a potent start to their quest for an 18th NBA title.

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