The Dallas Mavericks would like to see the trend continue in Game 2 of the NBA Finals.
The Mavericks are 3-0 in these in the current series. Gains abroad by one, three and nine points.
A 4-0 record in such a context would be unprecedented in NBA history.
“We’re not the type to panic,” Mavericks head coach Jason Kidd said. We didn’t play well in the first game, but you also have to give credit to the Celtics. We believe we have what it takes to bounce back. »
The Celtics are 1-2 in the second games since the start of the playoffs. However, they are undefeated in the other 12 matches.
“Every series is different and even every game,” Celtics center Al Horford said. We just want to put ourselves in a good position to win the next game. »
Boston has won eight straight games—the longest such streak in playoff history.
The record belongs to the Golden State Warriors, who won 15 straight in 2017.
The San Antonio Spurs won 12 straight in 1999, followed by the 1989 and 2001 Los Angeles Lakers with 11.
The Celtics and Lakers sit atop with 17 titles each.
The Mavericks are trying to earn a second championship, after that of 2011. Kidd was then on the team as a player.
Game 2 will be shown Sunday at 8 p.m. in Boston (ABC, RDS, Sportsnet One).