Celtics Dominate Mavericks, Improve to 27-12
2023-24 NBA Regular Season Update
January 5, 2023
In a highly anticipated matchup, the Boston Celtics extended their winning streak to six games with a resounding 124-95 victory over the Dallas Mavericks at TD Garden.
Jayson Tatum led the Celtics with 32 points, 8 rebounds, and 6 assists, while Jaylen Brown added 25 points and 7 rebounds. Luka Doncic, the Mavericks' star guard, had a disappointing night, scoring just 18 points on 6-of-19 shooting. Kristaps Porzingis contributed 22 points and 10 rebounds for the Mavericks.
The Celtics controlled the game from the opening tip, leading by 10 points at the end of the first quarter and extending their lead to 22 by halftime. The Mavericks mounted a brief rally in the third quarter, but the Celtics quickly regained control and cruised to the victory.
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