Mavericks NBA Finals Game 2: Highlights and Analysis
Celtics Extend Lead in NBA Finals
The Boston Celtics took a commanding 2-0 lead in the NBA Finals after defeating the Dallas Mavericks in Game 2 on Sunday night. Jrue Holiday led the way for the Celtics with 26 points and 11 rebounds on an efficient 11-14 shooting from the field. His dominance on both ends of the court proved crucial in helping the Celtics pull away from the Mavericks in the second half.
Celtics Dominate from the Start
The Celtics seized control of the game early on, jumping out to a 15-point lead in the first quarter. They continued to pressure the Mavericks throughout the game, forcing turnovers and limiting their scoring opportunities. The Dallas offense struggled to find a rhythm, shooting just 39% from the field compared to the Celtics' 50%. Luka Doncic, the Mavericks' leading scorer in Game 1, was held to just 20 points on 7-of-22 shooting.
Holiday Shines for the Celtics
Holiday was the standout performer for the Celtics in Game 2. His 26 points were a team-high, and his 11 rebounds were just one shy of his season-high. Holiday also dished out 6 assists and came up with 3 steals to further impact the game. His all-around play was a major factor in the Celtics' victory.
Mavericks Need to Respond
The Mavericks now find themselves down 2-0 in the series and will need to find a way to respond in Game 3. They will need to improve their shooting and find a way to slow down the Celtics' offense. Doncic will need to step up and be more efficient as the Mavericks look to avoid falling into an 0-3 hole.
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