As the NBA Finals draw nearer, the anticipation continues to mount.
In this year’s series, the 64-win, Eastern Conference-conquering Boston Celtics take on the red-hot Dallas Mavericks, the West’s champion and No. 5 seed.
Ahead of Thursday’s Game 1 tipoff in Boston, members of the Celtics and Mavericks will speak at the annual NBA Finals Media Day.
You can watch the media conference live here on Sportsnet.ca.
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The NBA Finals Media Day is an annual event where players and coaches from the two teams competing in the NBA Finals speak to the media before the series begins. This year, the Boston Celtics and the Dallas Mavericks will be speaking live at the event.
Media Day is an important opportunity for players and coaches to address the media and fans, answer questions, and provide insight into their mindset heading into the Finals. It also allows for a glimpse into the players’ personalities and how they are preparing for the biggest stage in basketball.
The Celtics, led by star players Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown, will be looking to capture their 18th NBA championship. They have had a strong season, finishing with a 48-34 record and making it through a tough Eastern Conference playoff bracket to reach the Finals.
On the other side, the Mavericks, led by superstar Luka Doncic and veteran forward Kristaps Porzingis, will be looking to secure their second NBA championship. The Mavericks finished the regular season with a 51-31 record and have been dominant in the Western Conference playoffs.
Both teams have faced challenges and adversity throughout the season, but they have shown resilience and determination to make it to this point. The NBA Finals Media Day will provide an opportunity for players and coaches to reflect on their journey to the Finals and share their thoughts on what it will take to come out on top.
Fans can tune in live to hear from their favorite players and get a sense of the excitement and anticipation surrounding the NBA Finals. The event is sure to provide plenty of memorable moments and insights as the Celtics and Mavericks gear up for what promises to be an epic showdown on the basketball court.