Celtics Dominate First Quarter of NBA Finals Game 5
Fast Start Gives Celtics Lead
Monday, June 9th, 2023
The Boston Celtics stormed out to an impressive 9-0 run to close out the first quarter of Monday's NBA Finals Game 5 against the Dallas Mavericks, taking a commanding 67-46 lead.
The Celtics' aggressive defense and efficient offense set the tone for the game, with Jayson Tatum leading the charge with 15 points in the quarter.
The Mavericks struggled to find their rhythm, shooting just 4-18 from the field while committing six turnovers. Luka Dončić, the Mavericks' star player, was held to just 8 points on 3-10 shooting.
The Celtics' dominance extended into the second quarter, as they maintained their lead throughout the half. The Mavericks will need to make significant adjustments in the second half if they want to keep their hopes of winning the NBA championship alive.
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