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Written by Ryan Leaver, Senior Sports and Betting Editor
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The Boston Celtics and Dallas Mavericks will meet in Game 2 of the 2024 NBA Finals at TD Garden on Sunday, with tipoff at 8:00PM ET.
Dimers.com's full preview of Sunday's Mavericks vs. Celtics matchup includes our prediction, picks and the latest betting odds.
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We have used advanced machine learning and statistics to simulate the outcome of Sunday's NBA FInals matchup between the Mavericks and Celtics 10,000 times, in line with our coverage of NBA picks.
Our proven predictive analytics model currently gives the Celtics a 72% chance of beating the Mavericks in Game 2 of the 2024 Finals. Our predicted final score in Game 2 of the 2024 NBA Finals has the Celtics winning 110-103.
According to our model, the Celtics (-7) have a 51% chance of covering the spread, while the over/under total of 214.5 points has a 51% chance of going under.
The winner of the 2024 NBA Finals between the Mavericks and Celtics gets the Larry O'Brien Trophy. Game 2 of the best-of-seven series is at Boston's TD Garden.
Mavericks vs. Celtics Game 2 Odds
We have sourced the best betting odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Mavericks | Celtics |
|---|---|---|
| Spread | +7 (-115) | -7 (-105) |
| Moneyline | +230 | -260 |
| Total | o214.5 (-115) | u214.5 (-105) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Mavericks vs. Celtics Game 2 Picks
At Dimers, our predictions, combined with the best odds, reveal the top betting picks to make on every game, including Mavericks vs. Celtics. Our best NBA bets for Sunday are based on expert modeling and analysis, with the strongest edge in this matchup being on the moneyline.
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Betting on Dallas vs. Boston NBA prop bets? We use the best information available to project how each team's leading players will perform at TD Garden.
Luka Doncic is expected to lead the Mavericks with 33 points, 9 rebounds and 10 assists, while Jayson Tatum is projected to finish with 27 points, 10 rebounds and 6 assists for the Celtics.
Mavericks Prediction
Our model's projected player stats for the Mavericks:
| Player | PTS | REB | AST | 3PM |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Luka Doncic | 33 | 9 | 10 | 5 |
| Kyrie Irving | 26 | 4 | 5 | 4 |
| P.J. Washington | 13 | 7 | 2 | 2 |
| Daniel Gafford | 10 | 6 | 1 | 0 |
| Dereck Lively | 9 | 6 | 1 | 0 |
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Celtics Prediction
Projected points, rebounds, assists and three-pointers for the Celtics:
| Player | PTS | REB | AST | 3PM |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jayson Tatum | 27 | 10 | 6 | 4 |
| Jaylen Brown | 26 | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Kristaps Porzingis | 17 | 6 | 2 | 2 |
| Derrick White | 16 | 5 | 6 | 3 |
| Jrue Holiday | 15 | 6 | 6 | 2 |
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Mavs vs. Celtics Game 2 Information
Sunday's Game 2 between the Celtics and Mavericks in the NBA Finals is scheduled to commence at 8:00PM ET.
- Who: Dallas Mavericks vs. Boston Celtics
- Date: Sunday, June 9, 2024
- Time: 8:00PM ET / 5:00PM PT
- Venue: TD Garden
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Conclusion
We predict the Celtics, with a 72% win probability, will likely beat the Mavericks in Game 2 of the 2024 Finals.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Mavericks vs. Celtics insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are drawn from current data to help you make informed decisions. For additional resources and advice on responsible gambling, please call 1-800-GAMBLER.
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