NBA Finals: Could the Celtics Sweep the Mavericks?
Looking Back at History
In the storied history of the NBA Finals, there have been only 10 sweeps. The Los Angeles Lakers have been on the wrong end of sweeps twice, while the Boston Celtics and Los Angeles Lakers have won the most NBA Finals with 17 apiece.
The Lakers' Dynasty
The iconic duo of Kobe Bryant and Shaquille O'Neal led the way for the Lakers in the 2002 NBA Finals. This sweep was the Lakers' third, and it helped establish the franchise as a dominant force in the league.
The Celtics' Resurgence
The Boston Celtics have been resurgent in recent years, and they are now on the verge of their first NBA Finals sweep since 2008. They took a 106-99 win over the Dallas Mavericks on Wednesday, and they will have a chance to close out the series at home on Friday.
Could History Repeat Itself?
Could the Celtics sweep the Mavericks and become the first team to do so since the 2007 San Antonio Spurs? It's certainly possible. The Celtics have been the better team throughout the series, and they have home-court advantage in Game 4.
The Stakes are High
The stakes are high for both teams in Game 4. The Celtics are looking to clinch their first NBA championship since 2008, while the Mavericks are looking to avoid a sweep and force a Game 5.
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