The Boston Celtics are just one win away from their first NBA championship win in the last 15 years, holding a commanding 3-0 series lead over the Dallas Mavericks. Dallas was unable to use home court advantage to prevent a 0-3 series hole, falling to the Celtics 106-99 in Game 4. The Mavericks almost pulled off an incredible comeback after trailing the Celtics by 21 points in the fourth quarter. They went on a 22-2 run to cut the lead to a single point, but when Luka Doncic fouled out with five minutes to go in the game, they were unable to keep their newfound momentum alive.
In Game 4 of the 2024 NBA Finals, there is a clear place to make your free NBA picks and score predictions. Sportzino offers odds for the must-win Game 4, with spread, moneyline, totals, and player props live now.
Mavericks vs Celtics Game 4 Prediction
The Dallas Mavericks will feel frustrated that they were unable to cut the series lead in half and are now facing a mountain to climb if they are to deny the Celtics a championship. Their furious comeback in Game 3 came up short, and they are now left with a task no NBA team has ever completed. The team with a 3-0 series lead is 156-0, and the Mavericks have a tall task if they expect to make the comeback.
In Game 3, Kyrie Irving exploded for 20 first-half points before finishing with 35. His improved play was a welcome sight for the Maverick fans, but a slow game from Doncic, combined with another bad night from behind the arc for the supporting cast, had them fall short. The Celtics were still able to dominate the game despite losing Kristaps Porzingis to injury, with Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown scoring 31 and 30 points, respectively. The Celtics stars rose to the occasion, and they will be able to close out the series with a single win to secure a 2024 NBA Finals sweep.
Mavericks vs Celtics Live Odds
Game 4 Odds
| Boston Celtics | Dallas Mavericks | |
| Spread | +1.5 (-120) | -1.5 (-105) |
| Moneyline | -110 | -115 |
2024 NBA Finals Game 4 Expert Picks
The winner of Game 4 of the 2024 NBA Finals will be the Boston Celtics. The Dallas Mavericks played well in Game 3 but once again dug themselves a massive deficit to overcome. The Celtics may not be as consistent in clutch scenarios, but they haven’t needed to be by building double-digit leads. Boston is incredibly deep, and they have enough firepower in their starting lineup and off the bench to prevail. Boston has the league’s best offense and the third-rated defensive unit. Tatum and Brown will continue to make big plays all game long, while defensive players like Al Horford and Jrue Holiday shut the door on the other end.
The Dallas Mavericks have gotten this far thanks to Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving, but they lack the balanced lineup Boston has. The rest of their starters and feeble bench unit haven’t been effective, costing the Mavericks victories. After a solid playoff run, Dallas will have plenty to build on, but their Cinderella story ends in Game 4. Boston will secure the win, and it is a solid spread prediction as they look to sweep the Dallas Mavericks.
Sportzino Analytics 2024 NBA Finals Game 4
Analytics can be essential when making your NBA spread and score predictions and must be considered for Game 4. Even though a three-point attempt results in 0 points more often than a two point attempt, that valuable extra point makes it the more effective shot in the long run. The Celtics took 46 three-point shots compared to the Mavericks’ 25 attempts, which was the real difference maker in Game 3. Both teams shot similar percentages from the floor and behind the arc, but the extra makes for Boston made the difference. The three ball is the best analytical example in the NBA, and whichever team can sink more long range shots will win Game 4 of the 2024 NBA Finals.
Mavs vs Celtics Game 4 Info
The Mavericks and Celtics will square off in Game 4 of the 2024 NBA Finals at the American Airlines Center in Dallas on Friday, June 14th. The game is scheduled to tip off at 8:30 PM EST, and the Celtics will look to close out the series on Dallas’s home court.
Mavs vs Celtics Latest Injuries
The Dallas Mavericks will play Luka Doncic in Game 4, but that doesn’t mean he is healthy. The Slovenian superstar has been hobbled all playoffs long, but he will suit up once again. He is not at 100%, but he can still be very effective for Dallas despite his physical limitations.
For the Boston Celtics, Kristaps Porzingis remains questionable. Porzingis was forced to sit out in Game 3 and is unlikely to suit up for Game 4. If this series gets extended, Porzingis could be back in action, but there is no reason to risk long-term injury with a 3-0 series lead in favor of the Celtics.
