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3 takeaways from Mavericks' loss to Celtics in first NBA Finals rematch
T he Dallas Mavericks fell 122-107 to the Boston Celtics on Saturday, as the Mavs' defense could never hold Boston in check, especially from behind the arc. The injury bug hit Dal
In NBA Finals rematch, Mavericks fall, lose yet another player to injury
As well as Kyrie Irving has played, the hobbled Mavericks have been a bottom-seven offense over the past month, minus Luka Dončić.
In NBA Finals rematch, Celtics bounce back with dominant win over Mavericks
Coming off a season-worst loss in LA, the Celtics dominated Saturday's NBA Finals rematch, routing the Mavericks 122-107.
Celtics defeat Mavericks 122-107 in NBA Finals rematch, Tatum scores 24
DALLAS — Jayson Tatum scored 24 points, Derrick White added 23, including Boston’s first 11 of the third quarter, and the Celtics beat the Dallas Mavericks 122-107 on Saturday night in the first meeting between the teams since the NBA Finals.
Only the result was reminiscent of the NBA Finals as the Mavericks fell short vs. Celtics
Individually, Irving’s numbers were better against the Celtics on Saturday, but for the Mavericks the result was all too familiar. They will see the Celtics again, in Boston, on Feb. 6, trade deadline day. Perhaps they will have Doncic back, or nearly back, by then.
Three-point barrage carries Celtics over Mavericks in NBA Finals rematch, 122-107
The Dallas Mavericks and Boston Celtics met in Dallas on Saturday for their first matchup since last season's NBA Finals. Dallas was missing many key pieces, including starters Luka Doncic and Dereck Lively II, while Boston was wrapping up a four-game road trip.
Celtics roll Mavericks in finals rematch, Boston grabs 122-107 in Dallas
The Boston Celtics defeated the Dallas Mavericks in a rematch of the 2025 NBA Finals as Boston grabs 122-107 on the road
Tatum, White help Celtics pull away to beat Mavericks 122-107 in first meeting since NBA Finals
Jayson Tatum scored 24 points, Derrick White added 23, including Boston’s first 11 of the third quarter, and the Celtics beat the Dallas Mavericks 122-107 on Saturday night in the first meeting between the teams since the NBA Finals.
Best dunk of the NBA season belongs to Mavericks' Guard against Celtics
The Dallas Mavericks fell to the Boston Celtics in an NBA Finals rematch on Saturday evening, 122-107. While it was a disappointing result for the Mavs, there was one shining moment for them.
Mavs hope positive Luka Doncic news brightens lackluster NBA Finals rematch with Celtics
Dallas will face the defending champion Boston Celtics for the first of two matchups in a 12-day period on Saturday.
Boston Celtics' Kristaps Porzingis speaks on his first return to Dallas
After the game, Porzingis discussed his return to Dallas and his thoughts on the team's current push to return to the NBA Finals at the first time of asking. He also discussed Kidd's current roster and how Luka Doncic's recent injury has put them in a tough position.
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Mavericks might trade Jaden Hardy to Raptors for former Celtics sharpshooter
On Thursday, Bleacher Report’s Zach Buckley wondered whether the Mavs could go and get former Boston Celtics stretch-five Kelly Olynyk, who is currently playing for the Toronto Raptors.
Kristaps Porzingis Strangely Calls Celtics a 'House Cat' Following Win Over Mavericks
The Boston Celtics have been one of the better teams this season but over the past few weeks, they have seemed to lack some ...
Celtics tame Mavericks following slow start to score championship-level victory
All five Celtics starters scored 17 points or more, led by Jayson Tatum (24) and Derrick White (23). The Celtics did not ...
Celtics injury report: Starter added for Mavericks game
The Celtics will wrap up their four-game road trip against the Mavericks as they should be relatively healthy for that game.