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Boston Celtics Poised for Potential Sweep of Dallas Mavericks in Game 4, Eyeing 18th NBA Championship

The Boston Celtics are on the verge of securing their 18th NBA Championship with a potential sweep of the Dallas Mavericks in Game 4 on Friday night. After a convincing win in Game 3, Boston holds a commanding 3-0 series lead over Dallas. The upcoming game will take place in Texas at the American Airlines Center, with tipoff scheduled for approximately 8:30 EST. Despite being the underdogs, Dallas has opened as the betting favorite with a -1 point spread that has not seen any movement.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Celtics -105 | Mavericks -113
• Spread: Celtics +1 (-110) | Mavericks -1 (-110)
• Total: Over/Under 211.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Dallas will win straight-up is 53%.

Boston vs Dallas Stats

Boston Celtics

The Boston Celtics continue to dominate in the NBA playoffs, inching closer to their 18th title with a commanding win in Game 3. Their offense has been consistently strong, averaging 110.4 points per game on solid shooting percentages. Defensively, they have held their opponents to under 100 points for three straight games and have excelled in rebounding and shot-blocking. Jayson Tatum stepped up with a 31-point performance in Game 3, silencing his critics. Despite missing Kristaps Porzingis due to injury, the Celtics look poised to secure the championship. Their statistics for the season place them at the top of the power rankings, showcasing their strong offense and defense throughout the season.

Dallas Mavericks Analysis

In Game 3, the Mavericks showed some signs of life but were ultimately unable to maintain control of the game. They struggled offensively, shooting just 44.2% from the field and hitting only nine threes. Defensively, they allowed Boston to score over 30 points in multiple quarters and had only five steals and one block. Luka Doncic also struggled on both ends of the court. Despite having a power ranking of 11, the Mavericks rank #9 in offense, averaging 115.70 points per game but are #16 in defense, allowing 113.48 points per game. They have a record of 62-40 overall. In their last three games against Dallas, Boston has gone 0-3. Offensively, the Mavericks shoot 47.86% from the field, 36.81% from three-point range, and average 42.96 rebounds per game. Defensively, they allow 47.01% shooting from the field but struggle with free throws, allowing 77.32%.

Boston Celtics Dominate Mavericks, Continue Impressive Playoff Streak

The Boston Celtics demonstrated impressive performance on Wednesday, securing a seven-point victory over the Mavericks while exceeding expectations as +2.5 underdogs. This victory added to their 2-0-1 Against the Spread (ATS) record in the series and a solid 4-0-1 ATS record against the Mavericks this season. Boston's commanding presence in the second half showcased their potential to rise above criticism and meet heightened expectations. Conversely, the Mavericks appeared deflated, hinting at a possible concession in the series. Boston's unbeaten streak continued with their seventh road win, bringing their postseason record to 7-3 Straight Up (SU) and 7-2-1 ATS against the Mavericks in the last ten games. Considering their momentum and performance, Boston appears poised for a successful playoff run.

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