Celtics Dominate Mavericks in Game 2 of NBA Finals

Jrue Holiday scored 26 points and grabbed 11 rebounds, helping Boston secure a 105-98 win over Dallas in Game 2 of the NBA Finals.

Derrick White's chase-down block was pivotal in stopping Dallas' last chance to make it a one-possession game.

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Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown contributed significantly with their passing and defense, emphasizing Boston's team-oriented approach.

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Luka Doncic posted 32 points, 11 rebounds, and 11 assists, marking the first NBA Finals triple-double in Dallas franchise history.

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Despite cutting a 14-point deficit to five, Dallas couldn't complete the comeback as Doncic missed a crucial shot.

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Coach Joe Mazzulla highlighted the collective effort, dismissing individual accolades in favor of "Celtic basketball."

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The Celtics lead the series 2-0, having never lost an NBA Finals after winning the first two games.

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Kyrie Irving scored 16 points but continued his losing streak against Boston, now at 12 consecutive games.

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Games 3 and 4 will be in Dallas, where the Mavericks must win to avoid a sweep and return the series to Boston.

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