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Celtics Take Series Lead in First Game Against Mavericks

Celtics Defeat Mavericks 107-89

Kristaps Porzingis Returns with Impressive Performance

The Boston Celtics started strong in their first game of the 2024 NBA Finals, defeating the Dallas Mavericks 107-89. Kristaps Porzingis, who was returning from a calf injury, led the Mavericks with 20 points, including 18 in the first half, but it wasn't enough to overcome the Celtics' balanced attack. Despite a brief Mavericks resurgence in the second half, the Celtics' experience and depth proved too much to handle. With the win, the Celtics now hold a 1-0 lead in the best-of-seven series.