Boston Celtics became the new champions of the American Professional Basketball League NBA

On the morning of June 18th (Vietnam time), the 2023-2024 NBA season concluded with the Boston Celtics securing the championship title after a decisive Game 5 victory over the Dallas Mavericks. This triumph marks the Celtics’ return to the top as the team with the most NBA championships, now totaling 18 titles.

After allowing the Mavericks, led by star Luka Doncic, to win one game on the road and narrow the series to 3-1, the Celtics returned to their home court at TD Garden with the goal of clinching the series and celebrating the championship with their home fans.

The determination of the “Green Army” was evident from the start, as they played with speed and precision, especially in three-point shooting. On a night when key player Jayson Tatum regained his form, the Celtics dominated the game and left no room for the Mavericks to mount a comeback.

Although Dallas stars Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving performed well, it was not enough to counter the Celtics’ all-star lineup. Despite their efforts, the game was effectively decided by the end of the third quarter, with Boston leading by 20 points as they entered the fourth quarter. Learning from their game 3 experience, Boston played cautiously to maintain their lead. The game concluded with a score of 106-88, securing a 4-1 series victory for the Celtics and officially crowning them the 2024 NBA champions.

This championship is considered one of the most dominant in the 21st century NBA, as no team managed to win more than one game against the Celtics throughout their playoff run. With a highly versatile and youthful roster led by the superstar duo of Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown, the Boston Celtics are poised to become a dominant force in the NBA for seasons to come.

Despite the seemingly easy path to victory, this championship holds special significance for the team and the people of Boston, a city with a storied sports tradition. They had waited 16 years since their last championship win in 2008. During this period, they watched their arch-rivals, the Los Angeles Lakers, catch up to their record with 17 championships. With this 18th title, the Celtics have reclaimed their position as the most successful team in NBA history.

As the championship win seemed almost a foregone conclusion, fans eagerly anticipated who would be named the Finals MVP (Most Valuable Player). Ultimately, the award went to Jaylen Brown, often considered Jayson Tatum’s sidekick over the years.

Looking ahead, with the leadership of coach Joe Mazzulla and the talents of the superstar duo Tatum and Brown, the Boston Celtics have all the ingredients to continue their dominance in the NBA. Their fighting spirit, unity, and relentless drive will be crucial in maintaining their position at the top in the upcoming seasons.