The Dallas Mavericks are facing a must-win situation in Game 3 of the 2024 NBA Finals after falling behind 2-0 to the Boston Celtics. No team in NBA playoff history has ever come back from a 0-3 series deficit. The Mavericks, led by stars Kyrie Irving and Luka Doncic, are seeking to avoid that scenario by playing their best game of the series. However, the Celtics have been dominant on the road in the playoffs, winning all six of their away games so far.
In Game 3, Luka Doncic fouled out for the first time in his playoff career, finishing with 27 points. Despite falling behind by 15 points in the fourth quarter, the Mavericks went on a 20-2 run to come within three points of the Celtics. Despite their efforts, the Celtics maintained their lead and ultimately won 93-90. Both Jayson Tatum and Kyrie Irving had standout performances in the game.
The game started with a moment of silence for the late Jerry West, who passed away earlier that day. Patrick Mahomes was in attendance at the American Airlines Center to watch the exciting matchup. Overall, the Mavericks gave a strong effort, but the Celtics ultimately emerged victorious in Game 3 of the NBA Finals.
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