Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum (center) holds the Larry O’Brien Championship Trophy with center Kristaps Porzingis (left) and guard Jaylen Brown (right) ) celebrated together as the Celtics defeated the Dallas Mavericks in Game 5 to win the NBA Championship.
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The Boston Celtics defeated the Dallas Mavericks 106-88 in the NBA Finals on Monday to become the most decorated team in league history.
The Celtics won the series 4-1 and now have 18 championships, surpassing decades-long rival the Los Angeles Lakers, who have 17.
Their final game was played at home in front of over 19,000 fans.
“It’s a surreal feeling. We did it,” Celtics forward Jayson Tatum said.
The Finals MVP award, named after Celtics legend Bill Russell, went to guard Jaylen Brown, who averaged 20.8 points, 5.4 rebounds per game in the series. rebounds and 5 assists.
“I can’t believe it,” Celtics veteran center Al Horford said. “I still can’t believe it. I mean, we did it. We’re here, but I can’t believe it. This is me at the Garden with our fans and everybody. This is me eight years ago. the opinion of.
However, Lakers legend “Magic” Johnson posted on X, “I hate that the Celtics now officially have more championships than us.”
“Congratulations to the 2023-24 NBA champions, my Boston Celtics,” said Paul Pierce, who helped the Celtics win their last championship in 2008.
President Biden also congratulated the team on their 18th championship, calling them “a true legacy of excellence.”
