Dallas Mavericks to Battle Boston Celtics for NBA Championship
NBA Finals Predictions from USA TODAY Sports Experts
The stage is set for an epic NBA championship battle between the Dallas Mavericks and the Boston Celtics. The No. 5 seed Mavericks have defied expectations, while the No. 1 seed Celtics have proven their dominance throughout the season. As the two teams prepare to square off in Game 1 on Thursday night, NBA experts share their picks and predictions for the highly anticipated series.
Who Will Win the NBA Championship?
The Celtics enter the Finals as slight favorites, with many experts predicting a 4-2 series victory. However, the Mavericks have already shown that they can pull off upsets, and their young and talented roster could pose a serious challenge to Boston's experienced core.
Game 1 Predictions
In Game 1, the Celtics are expected to rely on their strong defense and balanced scoring to overpower the Mavericks. Meanwhile, Dallas will look to Luka Dončić to lead the charge and take advantage of any opportunities created by Boston's defense.
MVP Predictions
The MVP award is likely to be a closely contested battle between Celtics star Jayson Tatum and Mavericks' Luka Dončić. Both players have had outstanding seasons and will be key to their teams' success in the Finals.
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