The Boston Celtics threw the first punch – and it was a big one.
The Celtics won Game 1 of the 2024 NBA Finals in a 107-89 rout over the Dallas Mavericks. It was a balanced attack led by Jayson Tatum (16 points, 11 rebounds, five assists) and Jaylen Brown (22 points, six rebounds, three steals, three blocks).
Kristaps Porzingis, playing in his first game since April 29, became the first player in NBA Finals history with more than 20 points, more than six rebounds and more than three blocks in fewer than 22 minutes played.
The Mavericks had their lowest scoring output of these playoffs, and will attempt to avoid a big hole and get even before the series shifts to Dallas for Games 3 and 4.
Follow along for updates and highlights throughout the night.
When is NBA Finals Game 2?
Game 2 of the NBA Finals is Sunday, June 9 with tip-off scheduled for 8 p.m. ET from TD Garden in Boston.
How to watch NBA Finals Game 2
ABC will broadcast every game of the 2024 NBA Finals.
How to stream NBA Finals Game 2
Each game of the 2024 NBA Finals can be streamed on ESPN+ or on Fubo.
NBA Finals schedule
Boston leads series 1-0
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Game 1: Celtics 107, Mavericks 89
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Sunday, June 9: Game 2 at Boston, 8 p.m. ET on ABC
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Wednesday, June 12: Game 3 at Dallas, 8:30 p.m. ET on ABC
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Friday, June 14: Game 4 at Dallas, 8:30 p.m. ET on ABC
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*Monday, June 17: Game 5 at Boston, 8:30 p.m. on ABC
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*Thursday, June 20: Game 6 at Dallas, 8:30 p.m. on ABC
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*Sunday, June 23: Game 7 at Boston, 8 p.m. on ABC
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