Doncic Leads the Charge
Facing elimination, the Dallas Mavericks secured a historic win against the Boston Celtics in Game 4 of the NBA Finals. Luka Doncic was instrumental, scoring a game-high 29 points, helping his team stave off a sweep and extend the series.
Unwavering Confidence
Despite losing the first three games, Doncic emphasized that their confidence never wavered. “This changes nothing,” Doncic stated. “As I said at the start of the series, it’s all about who wins four games. We believe in ourselves until the end, and I’m confident in our team’s ability to achieve that.”
Record-Breaking Performance
The Mavericks’ first-half 26-point lead marked the fourth-largest halftime lead in NBA Finals history. The 38-point victory is the third-largest margin ever recorded in the Finals, trailing the all-time record by just four points.
Celtics Struggle to Respond
Celtics guard Jrue Holiday acknowledged the challenge of winning in the Finals. “Winning is tough, and clinching Game 4 of the NBA Finals is even tougher,” Holiday said. “They hit us hard from the start, and we couldn’t recover in the way we wanted.”
Kidd’s Tactical Excellence
Mavericks’ coach Jason Kidd praised his team’s readiness and execution. “The score speaks for itself,” Kidd remarked. “It’s straightforward, not complicated like surgery. Our players were prepared and went all out. We need to keep playing this way. Closing out a series is tough, especially against a team with nothing to lose. Tonight, everyone saw that.”
Looking Ahead
With the series now at 3-1, the Mavericks have bought themselves more time and hope to build on this momentum. The Celtics will need to regroup and refocus as they return to Boston for Game 5, aiming to secure the championship on their home court.
This thrilling series continues, showcasing the resilience and determination of both teams as they vie for the ultimate prize in basketball. (Panaloko)