Dallas Mavericks Hope to Turn the Tide as NBA Finals Shift to Home Court against Celtics
The NBA Finals have moved to Dallas as the Mavericks aim to bounce back after the Celtics claimed the first two games of the series. The Celtics secured a 105-98 victory in
Game outlook
The NBA Finals have moved to Dallas as the Mavericks aim to bounce back after the Celtics claimed the first two games of the series. The Celtics secured a 105-98 victory in Game 2, giving them a strong lead in the championship series. Game 3 is set to begin at 8:30 EST at the American Airlines Center, with Dallas favored to win by -2. The betting line has remained unchanged.
Betting Odds
Moneyline: Celtics +110 | Mavericks -130
Spread: Celtics +2 (-110) | Mavericks -2 (-110)
Total: Over/Under 212.5 (-110)
Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Dallas will win straight-up is 57%.
Boston Celtics
The Boston Celtics are now just two wins away from securing their 18th NBA Championship after a strong performance in Game 2 on their home court. They dominated the middle quarters of the game, scoring 29 points in both the second and third quarters and shooting 51.1% during that stretch. The Celtics hit 10 three-pointers and shot 19-20 from the free throw line, contributing to their overall shooting percentage of 45.2% in the win. Boston's offense has been strong throughout the postseason, averaging 110.7 points per game on 47.8% shooting from the field and 39.9% from three-point range. On the defensive end, they forced 15 turnovers out of the Mavericks and held them to just 93.5 points per game in the Finals. Unfortunately, Boston center Kristaps Prozingis is dealing with a debilitating knee injury, putting his availability for the remainder of the series in question. Overall, the Celtics have impressive statistics, ranking high in offense and defense throughout the season. They have a strong field goal percentage, three-point shooting percentage, and rebounding average, making them a formidable force in the postseason.