Game 1 was a blowout. Game 2 was a rock fight. But in a defensive struggle, the Boston Celtics showed just enough offense, and a whole lot of defense, to escape with a 105-98 win and a 2-0 series lead in the NBA Finals. Here are three turning points from Game 2.
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If there was ever an example proving that Mavericks star Luka Doncic needs help, it was Sunday's 105-98 loss to the Celtics in Game 2 of the NBA Finals.
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