The Boston Celtics secured their 18th NBA championship with a thrilling 106-88 victory over the Dallas Mavericks. Jayson Tatum led the charge, scoring 31 points, handing out 11 assists and pulling down eight rebounds, cementing his place as a crucial member of the team. This triumph marks the first title for the Celtics since 2008 and breaks a tie with the Los Angeles Lakers for the most championships in league history.
The victory on this special day, which was also the 16th anniversary of Boston’s last championship, added another feather to the city’s impressive record of titles across its Big 4 professional sports franchises. Jaylen Brown contributed 21 points to the win, while Jrue Holiday had an impressive performance with 15 points and 11 rebounds. The return of Kristaps Porzingis from injury provided an emotional boost, with the center adding just five points in only 17 minutes of play but still making a significant impact on the game.
The Celtics ended their postseason run with a remarkable 16-3 record before finishing with an overall record of 80-21 for the season. This winning percentage of .792 ranks second in team history, only behind the legendary 1985-86 championship team that boasted a winning percentage of .820. With this win, Boston solidified its status as one of the most successful franchises in NBA history.
