Not Jayson Tatum but THIS Celtics Player Invites Patrick Mahomes’ Hate After Mavericks Lose 2024 NBA Championship

Patrick Mahomes, the Kansas City Chiefs’ star tweets ‘hate’ after the Mavericks lost to the Celtics in NBA championship 2024 finals.

Published on Jun 18, 2024  |  08:07 PM IST |  54.3K
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Patrick Mahome sitting in the bleachers

Despite the NFL offseason, Patrick Mahomes, the standout quarterback for the Kansas City Chiefs, has suddenly become a well-known figure in the national sports scene. His recurrent attendance at Dallas Mavericks games throughout their march to the NBA Finals has garnered media attention. Nevertheless, Mahomes' morale suffered on Monday night when the Mavericks' winning streak was snapped by the Boston Celtics.

Mahomes is an avid Mavericks fan, as was evident by his consistent attendance at every game of theirs, and his overtly enthusiastic cheers. His presence was looked upon as a sign of good fortune for the Mavericks since the team's output and their collective spirit received a huge boost. This season's Mavericks playoff run has been exciting, and Mahomes has provided constant support.

Nevertheless, the Celtics turned out to be a very strong rival. Significant plays defined their victory over the Mavericks, capped off with a buzzer-beating half-court shot by Payton Pritchard shortly before halftime.


The game changed on this shot, which gave the Celtics the lead and helped them win by seven points.

Post Pritchard's fabulous shot, Mahomes vented his irritation on Twitter which led to a stir amongst the fanbase. His message was primarily a reaction to Pritchard's capable play, however, it was seen as a poke at Celtics star Jayson Tatum. Mahomes communicated his contempt for them, showing the emotions of a committed supporter who is deeply affected by his team's collapse.


Pritchard had previously given Mahomes a great deal of angst. He struck a buzzer-beater in Game 2 to give the Celtics a vital lead entering the fourth quarter. These crucial times emphasized the Celtics' tenacity and demonstrated Pritchard's talent for clutch performances.
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The effects of Mahomes' support and presence

With Patrick Mahomes announcing that he has signed a deal with the Mavericks, the interest in the playoff team increases even more. Players and fans are very happy with his presence during the game. The NBA Finals now take on a unique look with Mahomes' move from football to basketball, where he is known for his leadership and competitiveness.

Despite this negativity, Mahomes maintains a relationship with the Mavericks and the NBA community. His words of encouragement and physical activity are a testament to the respect and brotherhood that exists in all sports. Even in defeat, Mahomes' love for his team and the game of basketball is evident.
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The success of the Celtics and their prospects

The Celtics' triumph over the Mavericks was evidence of their talent and tenacity. Their success has been a great testament to players like Jayson Tatum and Payton Pritchard, who delivered critical plays when it counted most. Their success in the playoffs has been largely attributed to their capacity to perform well under pressure and win close games.

Celtic's going forward includes a great chance of continuing their current winning streak and developing on this energy. Much obliged to the interest of key players and sharp planning, they are now well-versed in the challenges ahead.
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