Boston Celtics vs. Dallas Mavericks Game 4: Injury Updates, Odds, and What to Watch For

Preview of the Eastern Conference Semifinals Matchup

The Boston Celtics and Dallas Mavericks will face off in Game 4 of their Eastern Conference Semifinals series on Wednesday night. The Celtics currently hold a 3-0 lead in the series, and can clinch a berth in the Eastern Conference Finals with a win.

Injury Updates

The Celtics are expected to be without Jaylen Brown (adductor) for Game 4. Brown suffered the injury in Game 3 and is considered day-to-day. The Mavericks are expected to be without Maxi Kleber (calf), who missed Game 3 with the injury.

Odds

The Celtics are favored by 10 points in Game 4, according to Caesars Sportsbook. The over/under for the game is set at 220.5 points.

What to Watch For

There are a few key things to watch for in Game 4:

• Jayson Tatum's performance: Tatum has been the Celtics' best player in the series, averaging 30.3 points per game. He will need to continue to play at a high level for the Celtics to win Game 4.
• Luka Doncic's response: Doncic has struggled to find his rhythm in the series, averaging just 22.3 points per game. He will need to play better in Game 4 if the Mavericks want to have a chance to win.
• The Celtics' defense: The Celtics have been one of the best defensive teams in the league all season, and they have held the Mavericks to just 99 points per game in the series. They will need to continue to play well defensively in Game 4 to clinch a berth in the Eastern Conference Finals.