2024 NBA Finals: Celtics, Mavericks Set for Game 1 Showdown

Dallas Mavericks Host Boston Celtics on Monday

The Boston Celtics (33-10) will face off against the Dallas Mavericks (24-18) on Monday in Game 1 of the 2024 NBA Finals. The game will be played at the American Airlines Center in Dallas, with tip-off set for 8:30 pm ET.

Mavs, Celtics Ready for Finals Clash

The Mavericks and the Celtics have both had impressive seasons, with the Celtics leading the league in scoring and the Mavericks ranking second in defensive efficiency. Both teams have also been tested in the playoffs, with the Celtics surviving a tough Eastern Conference series with the Miami Heat and the Mavericks overcoming the Phoenix Suns in the West.

Game 1 of the NBA Finals is sure to be a high-stakes affair, and both teams will be looking to take an early lead in the series. The Celtics will be looking to establish their dominance on the offensive end, while the Mavericks will need to rely on their defense to slow down the Celtics' attack.

The 2024 NBA Finals are poised to be an unforgettable spectacle, and Game 1 will set the tone for the rest of the series. With two of the league's top teams facing off, this is a matchup that basketball fans will not want to miss.