The Boston Celtics clinched their 18th NBA championship with a decisive 106-88 victory over the Dallas Mavericks in Game 5 of the finals. Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown led the charge, with Tatum scoring 31 points and Brown adding 21 points. Tatum’s performance was reminiscent of Celtics legend Larry Bird, making him the first player since Bird to achieve at least 20 points, 10 assists, and five rebounds in an NBA Finals game.
Brown was named the NBA Finals MVP, capping off a stellar performance throughout the series. The Celtics’ victory marked head coach Joe Mazzulla’s first championship win, as he guided the team to success after taking over last season.
The Celtics’ journey to the championship was marked by strong defensive play and a revenge tour that saw them defeat the Miami Heat, Cleveland Cavaliers, and Indiana Pacers before taking down the Mavericks in the finals. The win solidified Boston’s place as one of the most successful franchises in NBA history, with the most titles to their name.
Fans and players alike celebrated the historic win, with the Celtics now firmly back on top of the NBA. The victory was a culmination of hard work, determination, and a team effort that will be remembered for years to come.
