Celtics take Game 3

The Celtics took a commanding three-to-nothing lead in the NBA Finals last night, winning the first game in Dallas 106-99.

• The Cs staved off a rally by the Mavericks, but nearly blew a 21-point lead in the last 11 minutes of play.

Boston needs just one more win to take home the NBA trophy.

• Game 4 is tomorrow in Dallas at 8:30pm.