Celtics Defeat Mavericks 138-110 on March 1
Boston Extends Winning Streak to 10
Porzingis Returns with 20 Points
The Boston Celtics defeated the Dallas Mavericks 138-110 on March 1, extending their winning streak to 10 games. Kristaps Porzingis, who returned from a calf injury, led the Mavericks with 20 points, including 18 in the first half.
The Celtics took control of the game early, building a 21-point lead in the first half. The Mavericks closed the gap to 12 points in the third quarter, but the Celtics pulled away in the fourth quarter to win by 28 points.
Jayson Tatum led the Celtics with 24 points, followed by Jaylen Brown with 23 points. Porzingis was the only Maverick to score in double figures.
The Celtics improved to 37-15 with the win, while the Mavericks fell to 26-26. The two teams will meet again on March 8 in Boston.
Conclusion
The Celtics' victory extended their winning streak to 10 games and solidified their position as one of the top teams in the Eastern Conference. The Mavericks, meanwhile, have lost five of their last six games and are now in danger of missing the playoffs.
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