Dallas Mavericks pulled off the upset to defeat Boston Celtics. Dallas Mavericks entered the game as the underdog, with a 42% chance to win before the game started.
Dallas Mavericks seized control early, taking their first lead toward the beginning of the game. Boston Celtics did not go quietly, recapturing the lead for themselves, until Dallas Mavericks regained control for good during the middle stretches of the game.