Boston Celtics fans clash after Game 4 loss

Following the Boston Celtics' Game 4 loss to the Dallas Mavericks in the NBA Finals, fans at a watch party in TD Garden found themselves in the midst of a disturbance. The Celtics, who missed the chance to sweep the series, suffered a convincing 122-84 defeat, putting them at a 3-1 lead. The tension escalated when a fan in a Paul Pierce jersey got into a physical altercation with another fan in a green T-shirt, leading to punches being thrown and the green-shirted fan being knocked down and struck multiple times before being separated by a bystander.

More fans joined in, resulting in further scuffles before security and other attendees stepped in to defuse the situation. The fan in the green T-shirt, after being assisted to his feet, engaged in another scuffle with a different fan, causing both individuals to fall and continue the altercation. The Celtics' loss to the Mavericks, their first defeat in over a month, was marked by a significant 61-35 halftime deficit, culminating in a 38-point victory margin for Dallas, making it one of the most lopsided losses in NBA Finals history.

Luka Doncic led the Mavericks with 29 points, while Boston's Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown struggled, shooting a combined 7-22 from the field. Looking ahead, the Celtics and their fans are hopeful for a shot at redemption in Game 5, set for Monday as the series returns to Boston.

The Boston Celtics' loss in Game 4 stirred emotions among fans, leading to a disruptive incident at the watch party. Despite the setback, the team and its supporters are gearing up for Game 5 with optimism, eager to turn the tide and make a comeback in the NBA Finals.