The Boston Celtics secured the 2024 NBA championship after another dominant display against the Dallas Mavericks. Leading the series 3-1, Joe Mazzulla and his men came into the TD Garden hoping to win their record 18th championship and achieved it in style. Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown combined to score 52 points in a 106-88 win for the Celtics. Jrue Holiday and Derrick White had impressive outings as they scored 15 and 14 points respectively.
After a stellar win in Game 4, there were expectations that the Dallas Mavericks would have a strong response in Game 5, but they fell mightily short. Luka Doncic was the only player who was moving the needle as he added 28 points for the Mavs. Josh Green and Kyrie Irving managed to combine for 29 points, but that was not enough to help Jason Kidd’s team. They had no answer to the Celtics’ brilliance, which led to them missing a shot at extending the series.
Right from the tip-off in Game 1, the Boston Celtics were looking like the better team in the series. Jaylen Brown impressed the NBA world with his performances and took home the Finals MVP trophy. Tatum certainly made valuable contributions, but Brown’s two-way abilities were on full display throughout the playoffs and this led to him winning the prestigious trophy. However, considering the team that the Celtics have, Tatum could have another shot at winning the Finals MVP trophy as early as the next season.
The Boston Celtics have a look of a potential dynasty
The Boston Celtics have one of the most stacked rosters in the NBA. Led by charismatic young leaders Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown, they have a side that is full of two-way talent. The arrival of Jrue Holiday in the last offseason further strengthened their side and has made them one of the most feared teams in the league. They now have the perfect blend of youth and experience, which is ideal to rule the league for a while.
Tatum and Brown are still fairly young. Holiday is 34, but his game is pure and could help him extend his career. To make things better for the Boston Celtics, they also have a unicorn player in Kristpas Porzingis, who can win you games on his own abilities. Although his injury history is something to worry about, the Latvian is a pure hooper when available to play.
Payton Pritchard is not someone who gets mentioned a lot when it comes to the Celtics, but these playoffs reminded the world that he is a vital player on their roster. His ability to score quick points coming off the bench and provide instant energy takes off a lot of stress for the Celtics starters. The team recognised what he brings and gave him a four-year contract last year. He has certainly paid the dividends of the faith shown in him by the management.
The team will probably lose a few of the stars from the current roster in the coming offseason, but the aforementioned players are the X factors that keep things running for them. The team have shown their commitment to keep these players which is a sign of a great future for the team. If Brad Stevens is able to put the right pieces around them, the Celtics could be back to dominating the NBA as they did in the 1960s.
