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BOSTON – The Dallas Mavericks are now down 2-0 in the NBA Finals to the Boston Celtics after losing 105-98 in Game 2 on Sunday.

The Celtics continue to show why they have been called the best team in the NBA as multiple Boston players scored in the game 2 win.

Jayson Tatum scored 18 points but finished with a double-double adding 12 assists to the win over the Mavs.

Jrue Holliday finished with 26 points and 11 rebounds, Derrick White scored 18 points, and Jaylen Brown pitched in with 21 points.

Kristaps Porzingis came off the bench and delivered 12 points.

Boston remained near flawless from the free throw line, shooting 95 percent.

“That’s why they are the No. 1 team in the NBA with the No. 1 record,” said Mavericks star Luka Doncic.

“They have a lot of great players. Basically, anybody can get off.”

 Doncic scored 32 points with 11 rebounds and 11 assists — the first NBA Finals triple-double in Dallas franchise history.

While Doncic led the Mavs in scoring, Kyrie Irving finished with 16 points, Daniel Gafford with 13, Derrick Jones Jr. with 11, and P.J. Washington scored 17.

“It’s not all on him. It’s a team,” said Dallas coach Jason Kidd of Doncic.

“He put us in a position. He was really good tonight. Unfortunately, we just couldn’t get over the hump. We’ve got to find someone to join Luka and (Kyrie Irving) in that scoring category.”

Doncic was questionable before Game 2 battling chest, knee, and ankle injuries. 

Games 3 and 4 are Wednesday and Friday in Dallas.

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The Dallas Mavericks traveled to Boston to take on the Celtics in game 1 of the NBA Finals but came up short losing 107-89.

The Celtics dominated in this first game as Jaylen Brown scored 22 points, and star guard Jayson Tatum finished with 16 points and 11 rebounds.

Six players scored in double figures for the Celtics in the win over the Mavericks.

Former Maverick Kristaps Porzingis who had been sidelined since April 29 with an injury made his NBA Finals debut and made an immediate impact off the bench.

Porzingis scored 20 points, six rebounds, and three blocks in 21 minutes.

The Mavericks had a hard time moving the ball throughout the night, only creating nine assists to the Celtics 23.

Luka Doncic finished the game with 30 points and 10 rebounds, while Kyrie Irving scored just 12 points in the blowout loss.

At one point in the third quarter, Dallas did cut the lead to eight points, but Boston countered with a 14-0 run to quickly pull away again.

Back in Dallas fans cheered on the Mavericks at a game 1 watch party that saw thousands attend at the American Airlines Center.

Game 2 is in Boston on Sunday.

Mavs fans can cheer on their favorite team at home at a game 2 watch party at the AAC.

For more information about the Mavericks watch party and ticket information click here.

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Dallas Mavericks supporters will have a chance to cheer on their team from the American Airlines Center on Thursday night.

The first game of the NBA Finals may be taking place in Boston, but Mavericks fans can still catch the game in an arena atmosphere.

The Mavericks are hosting a watch party at the AAC for the first game of the NBA Finals, offering fans a communal experience to support their team.

Attendees can watch the game on the Jumbotron and enjoy various activities, including face painting and free giveaways. 

Tickets for the event are priced at $10, with all proceeds benefiting the Mavs Foundation, the charitable arm of the team.

Additionally, former Mavericks player Kristaps Porzingis is anticipated to play in Game 1, adding to the excitement surrounding the event.

For more information about the Mavericks watch party and ticket information click here.

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MINNEAPOLIS, MN — The Dallas Mavericks cruised into the NBA Finals Thursday night after defeating the Minnesota Timberwolves 124-103.

The Mavs’ victory was sealed by stellar performances from Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving, who each scored 36 points in the blowout win.

Doncic’s all-around performance was instrumental in the Mavericks’ blowout win.

In addition to his 36 points, he secured a double-double with 10 rebounds while Irving, meanwhile, complemented his scoring with five assists.

Irving was also perfect from the free-throw line.

The Mavericks’ offensive onslaught was on full display at the Target Center in Minnesota as their ball movement and sharp shooting overwhelmed the Timberwolves from the start.

Dallas executed fast breaks and pick-and-rolls to perfection, creating numerous scoring opportunities and maintaining a relentless attack that left Minnesota unable to keep pace.

Doncic set the tone for the rest of the game, starting strong and going 4 for 4 from downtown.

 “He let his teammates know that it’s time and they’ve got to take it up a notch,” coach Jason Kidd said. “He sent the invites out, and they all came.”

With this victory, the Mavericks celebrated their Western Conference Championship and now set their sights on the NBA Finals.

The Mavericks will take on the Boston Celtics in the NBA Finals to try and bring back a second championship to Dallas.

It has been 13 years since Dallas won its first NBA championship. Jason Kidd, now head coach of the Mavericks earned Dallas its first championship alongside Mavericks legend Dirk Nowitzki.

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The Minnesota Timberwolves held off the Dallas Mavericks to stay alive in the Western Conference Finals, winning 105-100 to take game 4.

The Wolves survived elimination after stellar performances by Anthony Edwards and Karl-Anthony Towns who both combined for a score of 54 points.

Edwards scored 29 points, nine assists, and 10 rebounds, while Towns finished the game with 25 points.

As it has been all series long, the Mavericks and the Wolves have gone back and forth in scoring.

Down the final five-minute stretch of each game, Minnesota has led but could never finish until game 4 in Dallas.

Luka Doncic finished the game with 28 points, 10 assists, and 15 rebounds while Irving scored just 16 points, Daniel Gafford had 10 points, and PJ Washington with 10 points.

Doncic shot just 7-21 from the field and made 4-11 three-pointers.

“That game’s on me. Just didn’t give enough energy,” said Doncic.

“They won one game. We’ve just got to focus on the next one.”

Towns came alive in the fourth quarter hitting two three-pointers in the final five minutes to give the Wolves the lead and a third put Minnesota up six with three minutes to go.

“He was super confident,” Edwards said. “He wasn’t worried about any shots previous to the shots that he hit tonight. He played exceptionally well.”

Dallas will now have to travel back to Minnesota for game 5 on Thursday to try and close out the series.

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