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Celtics Defeat Mavericks 120-100 at TD Garden

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Friday, March 6, 2026, 7:00 PM ET · TD Garden

Boston Celtics 120, Dallas Mavericks 100, final. Our NBA picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.

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Quick answers

Who won Dallas Mavericks vs Boston Celtics?

Boston Celtics beat Dallas Mavericks 120-100 at TD Garden on March 6, 2026.

Who was favored in Dallas Mavericks vs Boston Celtics?

Boston Celtics were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -1200 (about 92% implied). The favorite won.

The Boston Celtics secured a solid victory over the Dallas Mavericks, winning 120-100 at TD Garden. This game marked the Celtics' continued dominance over the Mavericks, as they have now won the series 2-0 this season. Boston's impressive home record stands at 42-21, while Dallas struggles with a 21-42 record on the road.

In their last ten games, the Celtics have recorded a 7-3 record, though they entered this matchup on a one-game losing streak after falling to the Charlotte Hornets 89-118 just two days prior. Over these ten games, Boston has averaged 108.5 points scored per game while allowing 100.7 points. Their recent form at home shows a 3-2 record, with an average of 108.6 points scored and 102.2 points allowed in their last five games.

Conversely, the Mavericks have faced significant challenges, posting a 2-8 record in their last ten games and currently on a five-game losing streak. Their most recent loss was a narrow defeat against the Orlando Magic, where they fell 114-115. Dallas has averaged 110.0 points scored but has allowed a concerning 119.6 points per game during this stretch. Their away record reflects their struggles, with only two wins in their last seven games.

Historically, the Celtics have had the upper hand in their recent meetings with the Mavericks. In the three games played between the two teams in the current and previous season, Boston has won two, including their latest matchup on February 4, 2026, where they triumphed 110-100. The previous season saw the Mavericks edge out the Celtics 127-120 in Boston, but the Celtics responded with a 122-107 victory in Dallas earlier that same season.

In terms of injuries, both teams are dealing with key players listed as day-to-day. For the Celtics, Jayson Tatum is facing a knee issue, while the Mavericks have multiple players on the injury list, including Santi Aldama, Kyrie Irving, and Dereck Lively II, all with knee or foot problems. The status of these players could impact future matchups as the season progresses.

Betting lines from DraftKings indicated a significant expectation for the Celtics to perform well, with a spread of -15.5 and a moneyline of -1200 for Boston, while Dallas was listed at +750. The total points set for the game was 226.5, with over odds at -112.0 and under odds at -108.0.

The game conditions were favorable for basketball, with both teams competing at TD Garden, a venue known for its energetic atmosphere. Fans witnessed a range of scoring plays, particularly in the fourth quarter, where Payton Pritchard and Ryan Nembhard made key shots to maintain Boston's lead.

Overall, the Celtics showcased their strength and depth, while the Mavericks continue to search for answers as they navigate a difficult season. This game not only highlighted Boston's capabilities but also underscored the challenges faced by Dallas in their quest for improvement.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	BOS -15.5	226.5 o -112 / u -108	Dallas Mavericks +750 · Boston Celtics -1200

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Injury report

Jayson TatumDay-To-DayKneeBoston Celtics
Santi AldamaDay-To-DayKneeDallas Mavericks
Kyrie IrvingDay-To-DayKneeDallas Mavericks
Dereck Lively IIDay-To-DayFootDallas Mavericks

Leaders

PointsJaylen Brown24Boston Celtics
AssistsJaylen Brown7Boston Celtics
ReboundsNeemias Queta15Boston Celtics
PointsKlay Thompson19Dallas Mavericks
AssistsCooper Flagg6Dallas Mavericks
ReboundsCooper Flagg8Dallas Mavericks

Recent form

Boston Celtics

Last 10: 7-3Streak L1108.5 scored · 100.7 allowed per game3-2 at home

L89-118vs Charlotte HornetsMar 5
W108-81at Milwaukee BucksMar 3
W114-98vs Philadelphia 76ersMar 2
W148-111vs Brooklyn NetsFeb 28
L84-103at Denver NuggetsFeb 26
W97-81at Phoenix SunsFeb 25
W111-89at Los Angeles LakersFeb 22
W121-110at Golden State WarriorsFeb 20
W124-105vs Chicago BullsFeb 12
L89-111vs New York KnicksFeb 8

Dallas Mavericks

Last 10: 2-8Streak L5110 scored · 119.6 allowed per game2-5 away

L114-115at Orlando MagicMar 6
L90-117at Charlotte HornetsMar 4
L87-100vs Oklahoma City ThunderMar 2
L105-124vs Memphis GrizzliesFeb 28
L121-130vs Sacramento KingsFeb 27
W123-114at Brooklyn NetsFeb 25
W134-130at Indiana PacersFeb 22
L111-122at Minnesota TimberwolvesFeb 21
L104-124at Los Angeles LakersFeb 13
L111-120at Phoenix SunsFeb 11

Standings

Team	Games behind	Lost	Streak	Win %	Won
San Antonio	-	20	L1	.756	62
Houston	10	30	W1	.634	52
New Orleans	36	56	L2	.317	26
Dallas	36	56	W1	.317	26
Memphis	37	57	L8	.305	25
Boston	-	26	W2	.683	56
New York	3	29	L1	.646	53
Toronto	10	36	W1	.561	46
Philadelphia	11	37	W2	.549	45
Brooklyn	36	62	L3	.244	20

Box score

Stat	Dallas Mavericks	Boston Celtics
Field goals	38-93	47-99
Field goal %	41	47
Three-pointers	14-35	16-48
Three-point %	40	33
Free throws	10-12	10-15
Free throw %	83	67
Rebounds	45	58
Offensive rebounds	8	14
Defensive rebounds	37	44
Assists	23	29
Steals	2	6
Blocks	5	10
Turnovers	10	8
Team turnovers	0	2
Technical fouls	0	1
Technical fouls, total	0	1
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	9	11
Fast-break points	20	15
Points in the paint	30	52
Fouls	16	10
Largest lead	5	25
Lead changes	20	20
Time in front	25	62

How the scoring went

3rd Quarter64-70Jaylen Brown makes running layup (Jayson Tatum assists)
3rd Quarter64-72Jaylen Brown makes running dunk (Derrick White assists)
3rd Quarter66-72Klay Thompson makes 20-foot step back jumpshot
3rd Quarter66-74Derrick White makes driving layup
3rd Quarter69-74Max Christie makes 27-foot three point jumper (Klay Thompson assists)
3rd Quarter72-74Klay Thompson makes 28-foot three point jumper (Max Christie assists)
3rd Quarter72-76Baylor Scheierman makes 4-foot two point shot (Payton Pritchard assists)
3rd Quarter75-76Klay Thompson makes 28-foot three point jumper (Brandon Williams assists)
3rd Quarter75-78Jaylen Brown makes driving layup
3rd Quarter75-79Jaylen Brown makes free throw 1 of 1
3rd Quarter75-81Jaylen Brown makes 1-foot layup (Payton Pritchard assists)
3rd Quarter75-84Hugo Gonzalez makes 23-foot three point jumper (Payton Pritchard assists)
3rd Quarter77-84Moussa Cisse makes alley oop dunk (Naji Marshall assists)
3rd Quarter77-87Payton Pritchard makes 29-foot three point jumper (Baylor Scheierman assists)
3rd Quarter80-87Klay Thompson makes 25-foot three point jumper (Brandon Williams assists)
3rd Quarter80-90Jaylen Brown makes 25-foot three point jumper
4th Quarter82-90Cooper Flagg makes driving layup
4th Quarter82-92Payton Pritchard makes driving layup
4th Quarter82-94Payton Pritchard makes 6-foot pullup jump shot (Derrick White assists)
4th Quarter85-94Klay Thompson makes 26-foot three point jumper (Moussa Cisse assists)
4th Quarter85-97Sam Hauser makes 23-foot three pointer (Derrick White assists)
4th Quarter85-99Payton Pritchard makes running layup (Derrick White assists)
4th Quarter87-99Cooper Flagg makes 8-foot driving floating jump shot (Khris Middleton assists)
4th Quarter87-101Derrick White makes 16-foot pullup jump shot
4th Quarter87-103Jaylen Brown makes two point shot
4th Quarter87-106Jayson Tatum makes 24-foot three point jumper (Jaylen Brown assists)
4th Quarter87-107Neemias Queta makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter87-108Neemias Queta makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter87-110Neemias Queta makes running layup (Jaylen Brown assists)
4th Quarter87-112Neemias Queta makes 1-foot layup (Jayson Tatum assists)
4th Quarter90-112Brandon Williams makes 22-foot running jump shot (Cooper Flagg assists)
4th Quarter90-113Neemias Queta makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter90-114Neemias Queta makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter93-114Brandon Williams makes 26-foot three point step back jumpshot
4th Quarter93-116Neemias Queta makes 1-foot alley oop dunk (Payton Pritchard assists)
4th Quarter96-116Ryan Nembhard makes 28-foot three point jumper (Brandon Williams assists)
4th Quarter96-118Payton Pritchard makes 18-foot step back jumpshot
4th Quarter96-120Payton Pritchard makes 19-foot step back jumpshot
4th Quarter98-120Ryan Nembhard makes 19-foot pullup jump shot
4th Quarter100-120Brandon Williams makes 15-foot pullup jump shot