Dallas Mavericks player Kyrie Irving spoke after the loss in the NBA Finals Game 1 against the Boston Celtics.
Despite a lackluster performance in Game 1 of the NBA Finals against the Celtics, Kyrie Irving maintains his composure, reassuring Mavericks supporters with a poignant message.
The Dallas Mavericks have consistently defied odds throughout their 2024 NBA playoffs journey, emerging as the perpetual underdogs. Now, facing the formidable Boston Celtics in the Finals, the Mavericks confront their sternest challenge yet. Game 1 saw the Celtics assert their dominance with a commanding 107:89 win.
Throughout the game, the Mavericks struggled to keep pace, particularly faltering in the closing moments of the first and third quarters, allowing the Celtics to surge ahead decisively. Kyrie Irving, typically a stalwart performer in playoff scenarios, notably underperformed in Game 1, tallying only 12 points on a subpar 6-19 shooting from the field, a performance inadequate against the deep roster of the Celtics.
Nevertheless, Irving remains resolute. With only one game of the series elapsed, the Mavericks possess ample opportunity to regroup and recalibrate their strategy. Understanding the tendency of fans to overreact to playoff setbacks, Irving took to X to offer solace, delivering a stirring message that underscores the monumental challenge ahead.
“Tribe, Keep GOD 1st and stay together, this mission is bigger than us. Hélà,” Irving tweeted from his official account.