Holiday's Stellar Play Boosts Celtics To Double NBA Finals Lead

Jaylen Brown praised Jrue Holiday's determined mindset as the latter led the Boston Celtics to victory over the Dallas Mavericks. Holiday scored 26 points and grabbed 11 rebounds for the Celtics, who now lead 2-0 in the NBA Finals series after a 105-98 win in Game 2 at TD Garden.

The 33-year-old, who made 11 of his 14 field goal attempts, is aiming for his second NBA title, having previously won with the Milwaukee Bucks three years ago. Brown believes Holiday's experience will be vital as Boston seeks their record-breaking 18th championship.

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"He's brought championship pedigree to our team," Brown said. "Nothing Jrue says we question. He comes in, and he just is who he is. He's got that demeanour, that determined mindset, and we respect it. He's a great teammate, and it's just an honour to play next to him."

Al Horford also commended Holiday's performance: "He was unbelievable. His effort defensively and everything he brings on that end. On offense, making reads, making the game easy, making the right decisions. He's so poised, and you can tell that he has been in these types of moments. Just very composed and out there getting the job done."

The Celtics' ninth consecutive win this postseason has brought them halfway to their first NBA title in 16 years. However, Holiday remains cautious about their current standing.

"We know being up 2-0 means nothing," he said. "The job's not done. We have to do whatever it takes. I'm here to win. I feel like they brought me here to win, and I'll do my best to do that."