Boston Celtics Demolished in Game 4 of NBA Finals; Face Harsh Criticism
Boston, MA — The Boston Celtics faced a crushing defeat in Game 4 of the NBA Finals, falling 122-84 to the Dallas Mavericks. The game saw the Celtics struggle from the outset, quickly falling behind by double figures in the first quarter. The Mavericks methodically extended their lead, reaching a staggering 50-point advantage in the second half. By midway through the fourth quarter, Dallas led 115-67.The Celtics’ performance drew sharp criticism from NBA analyst Charles Barkley, who didn’t hold back in his post-game commentary. Despite the severe loss, Barkley noted that he still believes the Celtics are likely to win the series. However, history is not on Boston’s side; no team has ever come back from a 3-0 deficit in a best-of-seven series.This situation is not entirely unfamiliar to the Celtics. Last year, they nearly achieved a historic comeback in the Eastern Conference finals against the Miami Heat, pushing the series to a Game 7 after being down 3-0 but ultimately falling short.In Friday’s defeat, the Celtics’ shooting woes were evident, with the team hitting just 36.3% from the field. Not a single Boston player managed to score more than 15 points.Despite the grim performance, there remains a silver lining for Celtics fans: Boston will have the opportunity to clinch its 18th championship banner at TD Garden. However, the Mavericks are determined and will not make it easy for the Celtics to bounce back. The series continues, and Boston must regroup quickly to keep their championship hopes alive.
