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The Boston Celtics and Dallas Mavericks square off in Game 4 of the 2024 NBA Finals on Friday. It could be the last game of the season as the Celtics are already up 3-0, one win away from securing a historic 18th NBA title. It has been a lopsided affair so far, but the Mavericks remain optimistic about their chances of avoiding a sweep.
Luka Doncic will be in search of his first-ever finals win after a disappointing run in the first three games. Fouling out with a three-point game in Wednesday's Game 3 topped off his woes this series, and he will hope for a better showing, especially defensively.
Meanwhile, the Celtics will look to display their impeccable consistency and complete the sweep. They have executed their schemes perfectly for majority of this contest, so it won't be surprising to see them repeat their heroics.
Boston Celtics vs Dallas Mavericks Injury Reports
Celtics injury report
Kristaps Porzingis is the only player on the Celtics' injury report. He is questionable to play the game with an ankle injury. Porzingis missed Game 3, too. He will be a game-time decision.
Mavericks injury report
Luka Doncic is again the only player on the Mavericks' injury. He is probable to play with a thoracic contusion. Doncic is expected to suit up.
Boston Celtics vs Dallas Mavericks Starting Lineups and Depth Charts for Game 4
Celtics Starting Lineup and Depth Chart
The Celtics will start Jrue Holiday, Derrick White, Jaylen Brown, Jayson Tatum and Al Horford. Kristaps Porzingis could come off the bench if he is available. Payton Pritchard and Sam Hauser will likely play key minutes in the second unit.
Mavericks Starting Lineup and Depth Chart
The Mavericks will start Luka Doncic, Kyrie Irving, Derrick Jones Jr., P.J. Washington and Daniel Gafford. Dereck Lively II, Jaden Hardy and Maxi Kleber could be among the key players off the bench.
Where to watch Boston Celtics vs Dallas Mavericks 2024 NBA Finals Game 4?
The Boston Celtics-Dallas Mavericks 2024 NBA Finals Game 4 will be televised by ABC. Local TV operators NBC Sports Boston and Bally Sports Southwest will also cover the game. Fans in the US without a cable subscription can watch the contest online via SlingTV, FuboTV and Hulu+Live TV. Fans outside the US can view the game online via NBA League Pass.
The Celtics are -1.5-point favorites to win Game 4 and close the series. It would be their first championship win since 2008 and an NBA record 18th title.
