Celtics Defeat Mavericks to Take Game 1 of NBA Finals

Celtics Win 119-110

Jaylen Brown Leads the Way for Boston

The Boston Celtics have taken Game 1 of the NBA Finals with a 119-110 victory over the Dallas Mavericks on Tuesday night. Jaylen Brown led the way for Boston with 29 points, 14 rebounds, and 10 assists, while Kristaps Porzingis led the Mavericks with 23 points and 9 rebounds.

The Celtics took control of the game in the third quarter, outscoring the Mavericks 39-22. Boston then held on in the fourth quarter to secure the victory. The Mavericks made a late run, but it wasn't enough to overcome the Celtics' lead.

The Celtics now have a 1-0 lead in the series, with Game 2 set for Thursday night in Dallas. The Mavericks will need to win Game 2 to even the series and keep their championship hopes alive.