In a surprising move, the Dallas Mavericks have chosen NFL champion Patrick Mahomes over Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott for their NBA Finals hype video. The decision has caused a stir among fans and sports analysts as the Mavericks prepare to face the Boston Celtics in Game 1 of the NBA Finals tonight.
Boston Celtics honor Bill Walton
As the Celtics prepare for the Finals, they are paying tribute to the late Bill Walton. Fans attending the game at TD Garden will be given commemorative pins in honor of the NBA legend who died earlier this week. Walton, known for his unparalleled contributions on and off the court, died Monday with his family by his side.
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Tribute to an NBA Legend
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In addition to the fan gifts, both the Celtics and Mavericks will wear “Walton” tribute jerseys during their warmups. “Bill Walton was truly one of a kind,” NBA commissioner Adam Silver said. Walton, who was the NBA’s MVP for the 1977-78 season, was a member of the league’s 50th and 75th anniversary teams. Despite his career being cut short by chronic leg injuries, he left a lasting legacy.
Walton’s Career Achievements
Bill Walton was the first player selected by the Portland Trail Blazers in the 1974 NBA Draft. His career spanned 10 seasons in the NBA, during which he won championships with both the Trail Blazers in 1977 and the Celtics in 1986. His career statistics include 6,215 points, 4,923 rebounds, 1,034 blocks, and 1,590 assists in 468 games.
Celtics aim to win 18th NBA championship
The 2024 NBA Finals kick off tonight at 8:30 PM IST with the Boston Celtics taking on the Dallas Mavericks. The Celtics, who booked their place in the Finals after beating the Indiana Pacers in the Eastern Conference Finals, are aiming to win their 18th NBA championship. They are returning to the Finals after losing to the Golden State Warriors in 2022.
Key players to watch
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The main storylines of the series include the impact of star duo Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown for Boston and Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving for Dallas. The Celtics will also try to contain Kristaps Porzingis, who has been a key asset in their playoff run. Boston advanced to the Finals with wins over the Miami Heat and Cleveland Cavaliers before defeating the Pacers.
Mavericks’ journey to the Finals
The Mavericks advanced to the Finals for the first time since winning the championship in 2011 by defeating the Minnesota Timberwolves in the Western Conference Finals. Their playoff journey included eliminating the LA Clippers and Oklahoma City Thunder. This historic return to the Finals has been marked by the brilliant performances of Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving.
Fans react to hype video decision
The Mavericks’ decision to include Patrick Mahomes instead of Dak Prescott in their hype video has sparked a variety of reactions. Some fans appreciate the crossover appeal of including a Super Bowl champion like Mahomes, while others believe Prescott should have been chosen as the Cowboys’ quarterback.
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