Dallas Mavericks Force Game 5 with Dominant Victory in Boston

Mavs Avoid Sweep, Keep NBA Finals Hopes Alive

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The Dallas Mavericks kept their NBA Finals hopes alive on Thursday night with a commanding 120-100 victory over the Boston Celtics in Game 4.

Leading the charge for the Mavericks was Luka Doncic, who posted a triple-double with 32 points, 12 rebounds, and 11 assists. Doncic's performance was complemented by Spencer Dinwiddie's 21 points and Christian Wood's 17 points.

The Mavericks' victory was a stark contrast to their disappointing performance in Game 3, in which they were blown out by the Celtics by a margin of 35 points. The Mavericks shot just 38.2% from the field in that game, compared to 50.0% in Game 4.

The Mavericks' defense also played a key role in their Game 4 victory. The Celtics shot just 39.4% from the field and were held to 27.5% from three-point range.

With the victory, the Mavericks avoided a sweep and forced a Game 5 in Boston on Saturday night. The Celtics will still be favored to win the NBA Finals, but the Mavericks have shown that they have the talent and determination to make a series of it.

Conclusion:

The Dallas Mavericks' Game 4 victory is a testament to their resilience and determination. Despite facing elimination, the Mavericks refused to give up and played with the heart and intensity that has been their trademark all season long. The Celtics are still the favorites to win the NBA Finals, but the Mavericks have shown that they are capable of making a series of it. Game 5 promises to be a thrilling and decisive contest.