WATCH: Jason Kidd asked Mavericks players to pack bags for Boston before Game 4

The Dallas Mavericks snapped the Celtics' 10-game winning streak in the finals' Game 4..

WATCH: Jason Kidd asked Mavericks players to pack bags for Boston before Game 4

Jason Kidd had faith in his players prior to their Game 4 dominant win against the Celtics

Dallas Mavericks coach Jason Kidd showed unwavering faith in his team ahead of Game 4 of the NBA Finals against the Boston Celtics, despite being down 3-0 in the series. Kidd confidently stated that the team would force a Game 5, and his prediction proved accurate.

The Mavericks dominated Game 4, winning 122-84 at home. Luka Doncic led the charge with 29 points, five rebounds, five assists, and three steals, while Kyrie Irving added 21 points, four rebounds, and six assists. Doncic’s impressive performance saw him score 25 points in the first half alone, while the Celtics struggled to score, managing only 35 points in the same period.

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We go to Boston tomorrow. I hope you guys all packed.
Jason Kidd said in the team’s locker room

The Mavericks’ victory was historic, with the 38-point margin being the third-highest blowout in NBA Finals history. This win snapped the Celtics’ 10-game winning streak in the playoffs. The game was so one-sided that both teams substituted their starters late in the third quarter.

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Kidd’s faith in his team was justified, and the Mavericks’ dominant performance has given them new life in the series. The Mavericks were facing a historic deficit in the NBA Finals, after going down 3-0 to the Boston Celtics, but Kidd remains optimistic that his team can turn it around. 

Jason Kidd defends Luka Doncic against criticism

Dallas Mavericks coach Jason Kidd has come to the defense of his star player, Luka Doncic, who has faced criticism for his performance in the NBA Finals. Kidd believes the criticism was unfair and unwarranted, and has called for people to give him a break and let him play the game.

I think it's just sometimes unfair, or unwarranted, to be able to say those things. No one in this room is perfect. Give my man a break. Let him play the game, because we're all here to watch him play. Let's just enjoy it. I mean, he's 25 years old. He will be better. Hopefully he's better tonight.
Jason Kidd told reporters prior to the Mavericks’ Game 4 against the Boston Celtics

Doncic has been under scrutiny for his defensive abilities, particularly after fouling out of Game 3. However, Kidd pointed out that he has improved his defense and is one of the top players in the world. 

Kidd emphasized Doncic’s age and the fact that he has been playing at an elite level for years, leading the NBA in scoring with 33.9 points per game in the regular season. He also noted that Doncic has never shied away from answering questions and has always been accountable. 

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