2024 NBA Finals Preview: Top Storylines
Celtics Gain Home-Court Advantage
The Boston Celtics secured home-court advantage for the 2024 NBA Finals by finishing the regular season with a league-best 63-19 record. The Dallas Mavericks, on the other hand, managed a 55-27 record, placing them in second place in the Western Conference.
Key Matchups
Jason Tatum vs. Luka Doncic
The two young stars will be at the center of attention in this series. Tatum averaged 30.4 points, 8.4 rebounds, and 4.7 assists per game in the regular season, while Doncic averaged 24.4 points, 9.8 rebounds, and 9.1 assists per game.
Marcus Smart vs. Jalen Brunson
Marcus Smart, the reigning Defensive Player of the Year, will have his hands full with Jalen Brunson, who emerged as a star in the playoffs last season. Brunson averaged 21.6 points and 4.6 assists per game in the postseason.
Other Storylines to Watch
The Celtics are looking to win their 18th NBA championship, while the Mavericks are aiming for their first title since 2011. Both teams have a mix of young and veteran players, which should make for an exciting and competitive series.
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