After operating from both ends of the court, Boston Celtics bombarded Dallas with an 18-point lead, 106-88, enabling them to secure their 18th franchise championship as they took the deciding game 5 win in the NBA Finals.
Jaylen Brown was named the Finals MVP after averaging 20.8 points, 5 assists, and provided productivity from both ends of the court.
Clamping Area Ahead
Boston’s backcourt duo— Jrue Holiday and Derrick White, alongside with Kristaps Porzingis, took the authority in defending as they pressured Dallas Mavericks to have forced turnovers and offensive errors, converting them as baskets for the Celtics.
The Orchestra Maestros
On the offensive side, Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown orchestrated plays and set-ups for the Celtics by attacking the rim and stretch-out threes, enabling them to outduel the Mavericks.
Maintaining the Pace
Throughout the first half, the duel of Luka Doncic and Jayson Tatum prevailed as they were the top scorers for their team.
But despite the efforts of Dallas, the offensive skillset of the Celtics was too much for them to handle, and for the cherry on top, Payton Prichard sank a half-court buzzer beater to end the half, 67-46.
Securing the Title
Entering the third quarter, Boston Celtics relentlessly blasted the Mavericks with pull-up mid range shots and threes, overwhelming their foe and securing a 19-point lead, 86-67.
Using their on-court chemistry, Boston Celtics managed to keep the momentum on their side as they applied ball pressure and rim protection against the Mavs, guaranteeing the championship ring for the Celtics, 106-88.