Boston Celtics lead NBA Finals 3-0 after victory in Game 3
Published on 2024-06-14
Celtics lead NBA Finals 3-0, with potential for a Finals sweep and historic Mavs comeback, while Celtics aim to break record with 18th championship.
The Boston Celtics triumphed over the Dallas Mavericks in Game 3 of the NBA Finals on June 12, solidifying their 3-0 series lead.
**Sweeps in NBA Finals History:**
NBA Finals sweeps are infrequent, with only nine occurrences since 1950. The last sweep was in 2018 by the Golden State Warriors (4-0). Other notable sweeps in the 21st century include the San Antonio Spurs (2007), Los Angeles Lakers (2002), and the Celtics' historic first sweep in 1959.
**Comebacks from 3-0 Deficits:**
In NBA history, no team has overcome a 3-0 deficit in the Finals. If the Mavericks win the remaining four games, they would achieve an unprecedented comeback. Teams are 0-156 in NBA playoffs when facing a 3-0 disadvantage.
**Greatest NBA Finals Comeback:**
The most remarkable comeback in Finals history is the 2016 Cleveland Cavaliers, led by LeBron James. After trailing 3-1 to the Warriors, they rallied to win the last three games, including two on the road. Cleveland remains the only team to recover from a 3-1 deficit in the Finals.
**Teams with the Most NBA Championships:**
The Boston Celtics and Los Angeles Lakers are tied with 17 NBA championships each. If the Celtics secure the 2024 Finals, they will become the most decorated team with 18 titles.
Game 4 of the NBA Finals is set for Friday at 8:30 p.m. ET in Dallas.
**Sweeps in NBA Finals History:**
NBA Finals sweeps are infrequent, with only nine occurrences since 1950. The last sweep was in 2018 by the Golden State Warriors (4-0). Other notable sweeps in the 21st century include the San Antonio Spurs (2007), Los Angeles Lakers (2002), and the Celtics' historic first sweep in 1959.
**Comebacks from 3-0 Deficits:**
In NBA history, no team has overcome a 3-0 deficit in the Finals. If the Mavericks win the remaining four games, they would achieve an unprecedented comeback. Teams are 0-156 in NBA playoffs when facing a 3-0 disadvantage.
**Greatest NBA Finals Comeback:**
The most remarkable comeback in Finals history is the 2016 Cleveland Cavaliers, led by LeBron James. After trailing 3-1 to the Warriors, they rallied to win the last three games, including two on the road. Cleveland remains the only team to recover from a 3-1 deficit in the Finals.
**Teams with the Most NBA Championships:**
The Boston Celtics and Los Angeles Lakers are tied with 17 NBA championships each. If the Celtics secure the 2024 Finals, they will become the most decorated team with 18 titles.
Game 4 of the NBA Finals is set for Friday at 8:30 p.m. ET in Dallas.