Patrick Mahomes Left Stunned by Mavericks’ Atmosphere After Dallas Fans Booed Travis Kelce During Win vs Timberwolves

In a whirlwind of emotions at the American Airlines Center, Patrick Mahomes and Travis Kelce found themselves caught in a crossfire of cheers and jeers. As the final buzzer sounded, the arena pulsated with energy, echoing the city’s love for sports.

The drama unfolded when the NHL (National Hockey League) tweeted a gif of Travis Kelce during the Stanley Cup matchup between the Dallas Stars and the Edmonton Oilers on May 26. Mahomes, a fervent Mavs fan, reposted the gif with a playful caption: “Yo get out of my arena!! @tkelce go @DallasStars!!!”. Little did they know that this friendly banter would escalate into a fan frenzy during the Mavericks’ game against the Timberwolves.

Today, Mahomes took to social media once again, sharing his firsthand experience of the Mavericks’ electric atmosphere. His tweet read, “Atmosphere was crazy tonight! Go @dallasmavs !!!” The quarterback’s endorsement resonated with fans who packed the arena, creating an auditory storm that rattled the rafters. It was a testament to the Mavericks’ loyal following and their ability to turn a basketball court into a battleground.

The Mavericks’ victory against the Timberwolves was more than just a game; it was a spectacle. The final score, a nail-biting 116-107, showcased the resilience of both teams. Key players stepped up when it mattered most. Luka Dončić, channeling his inner Mahomes, delivered clutch shots reminiscent of a game-winning touchdown pass. Meanwhile, Kristaps Porziņģis anchored the defense like a seasoned linebacker, denying the Twolves a win.

As the game unfolded, the spotlight shifted to the courtside seats. There sat Kelce right next to Mahomes, along with Brittany and Hollywood Brown, grinning ear to ear, soaking in the drama.

Travis Kelce takes some from the Dallas fans as the game rages on to a beautiful climax!

The star teammates and reigning Super Bowl champs, when displayed on the Jumbotron in Dallas, received vastly different welcomes from the home crowd. Kelce, who was shown on the big screen first, received a chorus of boos from those in attendance. Moments later, when Mahomes filled the screen, those boos turned into cheers, as the Chiefs‘ quarterback was treated to quite a warm welcome compared to Kelce. The Mavs welcomed them on social media, too, tagging Mahomes and introducing Kelce as Taylor Swift’s boyfriend in a post on X.

Kelce took the booing well, acting surprised before waving at the crowd and pointing in the direction of his QB, who was sitting next to his wife Brittany. Mahomes soaked up the applause, rising to his feet and lifting his arms to fire up the home crowd. The Mavericks took a 3-0 lead in the Western Conference Finals with today’s win.

They can punch their ticket to the NBA Finals with a victory in Dallas on Tuesday. Trailing by 2 points with 5:04 remaining in the 4th quarter, the Mavs outscored the Twolves 12-1 for a 113-105 lead with 34.8 seconds to play.

Doncic had his 3rd (33) 30-point game of the series along with 7 rebounds, and 5 assists, while Kai has experienced a basketball rebirth in Texas, netting 14 out of his 33 points during the final quarter. The duo became the first backcourt to score at least 30 points in the same game three times in the playoffs in the past 50 years!

As the Dallas faithful spilled out onto the streets, they carried with them memories of a game that transcended boundaries. And somewhere, in the heart of Texas, a Chiefs TE learned that in Dallas, loyalty runs deep–even if it means enduring a few boos along the way!