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“Don’t Give a F**k”: Jaylen Brown Shares NBA Finals MVP Award With Best Friend Jayson Tatum

Despite what seemed to be a close race for the NBA Finals MVP, Celtics' relentless two-way beast Jaylen Brown was bestowed with the honor.

NBA: Finals-Boston Celtics at Dallas Mavericks

“Disrespecting a Great Olympian”: NBA World Blast Finals Commentators as they Fail to Recognise 2x Gold Medalist Lauren Holiday

NBA World reacts during the course of Game 5 of the NBA Finals as an on-air commentator mistakes someone else to be Lauren Holiday

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“Please Pray”: Outrage Among Fans Who, Like Joel Embiid, Are Pained By Boston Celtics’ NBA Championship

Fans react as Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown secure the NBA Championship trophy for the Boston Celtics for the first time since 2008.

NBA: Finals-Dallas Mavericks at Boston Celtics

“Hate This Dude”: Patrick Mahomes Laughs off Heartbreak As Ja Morant & NBA World Marvel Over Payton Pritchard Buzzer Beater

Payton Pritchard's insane buzzer-beater has Patrick Mahomes laughing at his misery while Paul Pierce and the basketball world celebrate.

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“If This Was Caitlin Clark”: Kristaps Porzingis Fall Has ESPN Vet Taking Wild Dig At American Media & WNBA Fans

On-court altercation between Kristaps Porzingis and P.J. Washington has ESPN veteran analyst take a Caitlin Clark jab at media & WNBA.

Caitlin Clark, Kristaps Porzingis

Jack Harlow Kicks Back With Mark Cuban as Ex-Celtics Star & Others Light Up NBA Celeb Row For Game 5

The Dallas Mavericks vs Boston Celtics crucial Game 5 of the NBA Finals has all the glitz and glamour as celebs, NBA alums & athletes arrive.

Jack Harlow, Mark Cuban

Jayson Tatum Gets Honest About Competing With Jaylen Brown for Finals MVP Before the “Most Important Game”

Jayson Tatum shares a piece of his thinking as he will play his most crucial game, with high stakes and a chance to secure their 18th title.

NBA: Finals-Dallas Mavericks at Boston Celtics

“Unreal”: Luka Doncic Embraces Viral LeBron James-Like Meme as Mavs Eye Historic Comeback, Sends Fans Into Frenzy

Luka Doncic looks poised to create history as his pre-game fit reminds fans of the viral LeBron James meme during his time with the Cavs.

NBA: Finals-Dallas Mavericks at Boston Celtics

Will Kristaps Porzingis Play Tonight? Latest Celtics Injury Report For Historic NBA Finals Game 5 vs Mavs

As the Boston Celtics look to close the NBA Finals series for good, an update is provided on the availability status of Kristaps Porzingis

NBA: Finals-Dallas Mavericks at Boston Celtics

Luka Doncic Was Distracted at Mavs Open Practice & Media Day – Here’s Why

Luka Doncic seems to have taken a backseat ahead of the next road game after a reporter noticed him during the Game 5 media availability.

NBA: Los Angeles Clippers at Dallas Mavericks

Paul George Could’ve Won His 1st Ring With Jaylen Brown if This Celtics Trade Went Through – Detailing the 2017 Mishap, via Bill Simmons

On his podcast, Bill Simmons teased Paul George stans by bringing back a failed 2017 trade that would see him join Jaylen Brown.

Jaylen Brown, Paul George

Regretful Kyrie Irving Reveals Why He Stayed Silent Over Messy Boston Celtics Break-Up For 5 Years

After 5 years of silence, Kyrie Irving finally opens up about his ugly break-up with the Boston Celtics and bares his heart out.

NBA: Finals-Boston Celtics at Dallas Mavericks

About NBA Finals

The NBA Finals is an annual championship series of the National Basketball Association, where the best teams from the Eastern and the Western Conference come together, playing a best-of-7 game series to win the coveted Larry O'Brien Championship Trophy. The matches happen as a conclusion to the season Playoffs.

Which teams are in NBA Finals 2024?

The 2024 NBA Finals will be played between the Dallas Mavericks and the Boston Celtics. Among the two teams, the Celtics hold the home-court advantage this year over the Dallas side, since the Celtics finished the regular season at #1 in the Eastern Conference, with a 64-18 record, and the Mavericks finished 5th in the Western Conference with a 50-32 record.

NBA Finals 2024 Schedule

The 2024 NBA Finals Presented by YouTube TV will begin June 6, with ABC as the exclusive broadcaster:

  • Game 1: Mavericks vs. Celtics, Thursday, June 6 (8:30 ET)
  • Game 2: Mavericks vs. Celtics, Sunday, June 9 (8 ET)
  • Game 3: Celtics vs. Mavericks, Wednesday, June 12 (8:30 ET)
  • Game 4: Celtics vs. Mavericks, Friday, June 14 (8:30 ET)
  • Game 5: Mavericks vs. Celtics, Monday, June 17 (8:30 ET)*
  • Game 6: Celtics vs. Mavericks, Thursday, June 20 (8:30 ET)*
  • Game 7: Mavericks vs. Celtics, Sunday, June 23 (8 ET)** if necessary

NBA Finals Standings

TeamWLWin %GBConfDivHomeRoadOTLast 10Streak
Boston Celtics6418.78041-1115-237-427-142-47-3W2
Dallas Mavericks5032.610731-2111-525-1625-161-07-3L2

How to watch NBA Finals

The NBA Finals can be aired officially on ABC and ESPN Radio. You can easily stream ABC on different services, including DITECTV STREAM, Hulu + Live TV, YouTube TV, and fuboTV. You can also view the Finals via an over-the-air antenna, with access to local broadcasting stations, or buy an official NBA season pass to view the live broadcast.

When do NBA Finals 2024 start?

The NBA Finals 2024 start on June 6, featuring the Boston Celtics from the East and Dallas Mavericks from the West to compete for the coveted Larry O"Brien trophy.

When do NBA Finals end?

The NBA Finals could end anywhere between June 14 and June 23, depending on the total number of matches played out of 7.

Who won NBA Finals 2023?

The Denver Nuggets won the NBA Finals 2023. The series in 2023 started from June 1 and concluded on June 12, 2023. The Nuggets defeated the Miami Heat in a series that lasted 5 games, to win their first championship in the franchise' history after 47 seasons in the league.

Who won the most NBA Finals?

In total, 21 teams have won NBA Finals so far, since they started. The most recent one was won by the Denver Nuggets in 2023. The Los Angeles Lakers and the Boston Celtics hold the record for the most number of victories, winning 17 championships each.