Boston Celtics Aim To Extend Series Lead In Game 3

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Boston Celtics Aim to Extend Series Lead in Game 3

Celtics Hold 2-0 Advantage Despite Injuries

The Boston Celtics have a commanding 2-0 lead in the 2024 NBA Finals, but they will be short-handed when they take the floor against the Dallas Mavericks for Game 3 on Wednesday night.

The Celtics are dealing with a number of injuries, including a thoracic contusion that has ruled out point guard Marcus Smart. Center Robert Williams III is also listed as questionable with a knee injury.

Despite the injuries, the Celtics remain confident in their ability to win Game 3 and take a commanding 3-0 lead in the series.

Dallas Mavericks Look to Avoid Falling Behind 3-0

Mavericks' Star Luka Doncic Remains Injured

The Dallas Mavericks are facing an uphill battle in Game 3, as they will be without star guard Luka Doncic, who is still recovering from a calf injury.

Doncic is the Mavericks' leading scorer and playmaker, and his absence will be a major blow to their offense.

Despite the loss of Doncic, the Mavericks remain optimistic about their chances in Game 3. They will need to play a near-perfect game in order to steal a win on the road.

Injury Updates

Kristaps Porzingis is back on the injury report for the Celtics with a left Posterior Tibialis dislocation that has him questionable for Game 3.

For the Mavericks, Dorian Finney-Smith is also listed as questionable with a knee injury.

The status of all injured players will be updated closer to game time.