Dallas Mavericks vs Boston Celtics June 6 2024 Player Box Scores

Game Summary

Celtics Defeat Mavericks 107-89

The Boston Celtics defeated the Dallas Mavericks 107-89 in Game 1 of the NBA Finals on Thursday night. Kristaps Porzingis, who returned to the Celtics lineup after missing the last 10 games with a calf injury, led the way with 20 points, including 18 in the first half.

The Celtics took control of the game early, leading by as many as 22 points in the first half. The Mavericks never recovered, and the Celtics cruised to a victory.

Jayson Tatum added 19 points for the Celtics, while Jaylen Brown had 17 points. Luka Dončić led the Mavericks with 24 points, but he was the only Dallas player to score in double figures.

The Celtics will now head to Dallas for Game 2 on Sunday night. The Mavericks will need to find a way to slow down Porzingis and the Celtics' offense if they want to tie the series.