According to NBC News, the Boston Celtics won their record 18th NBA title with a 106-88 Game 5 win over the Dallas Mavericks. The Celtics won the title at TD Garden Arena because to Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown’s great offense and defense.
The Celtics’ 2024 NBA Finals run was punctuated by trials and victories. In Game 5 at TD Garden, the Celtics faced a tough Dallas Mavericks team after taking a 3-1 lead. Following Dallas’ Game 4 win, fans worried about the Celtics, but Jaylen Brown and Kristaps Porzingis were ready to contribute.
The Celtics relied on Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown, who were inconsistent throughout the series. The team’s depth and 64-18 regular season record showed its perseverance and ability to withstand adversity.
Star Performance By Jayson Tatum
The Celtics won the 2024 NBA Finals because to Jayson Tatum’s great play. In Game 5, his 31 points, 11 assists, and 8 rebounds showed his ability to lead his team to victory. Tatum earned first-team All-NBA honors with averages of 26.9 points, 8.1 rebounds, and 4.9 assists.
Despite their erratic series performance, Tatum and Jaylen Brown’s connection helped the Celtics win. In Game 3, they scored 61 points together, making the Celtics practically invincible. Tatum’s clutch play helped the Celtics win their 18th title.
Records-Breaking Celtics Season
The Boston Celtics’ 2024 NBA title was the result of a record-breaking season thanks to their league-best 64-18 regular-season record and No. 1 offense (122.2). The club achieved success by averaging 120.6 points per game (2nd in the league).
(2nd in league) 46.3 rebounds per game
Making 16.5 3-pointers per game, a record.
Their 110.6 defensive rating and league-leading 6.6 blocked shots per game made the Celtics the second-best NBA defense. This combination of offensive and defensive power won the Celtics their 18th championship.
End Title Drought
From 2008 against the Los Angeles Lakers to 2024, the Celtics had a 16-year title drought. This long-awaited win shows the team’s resilience, talent, and effort all season. The Celtics’ structure and leadership of Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown allowed them to overcome setbacks like the Mavericks’ Game 4 win and stay focused on winning the championship.
Finals MVP Jaylen Brown
Jaylen Brown was named Bill Russell NBA Finals MVP for his 2024 performance. In the series against the Dallas Mavericks, Brown averaged 20.8 points, 5.4 rebounds, and 5.0 assists. His outstanding performances included 30 points in Game 3 to give the Celtics a 3-0 series lead and 21 points in Game 5 to win. Brown was the primary defender against Mavericks superstar Luka Doncic, showcasing his defensive skills. Despite Jayson Tatum’s strong Finals MVP case, voters favored Brown’s performance in the Celtics’ championship win.