3 Things To Watch For in Game 5 of the NBA Finals

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After a disappointing performance in Game 4 of the NBA Finals, the Boston Celtics will be looking to finish things off tonight at home inside TD Garden.

The Celtics will have a chance to secure their 18th banner in front of their home crowd but need to turn the page from Game 4 in order to do so.

What are three things to watch for in Game 5 of the NBA Finals?

Will Jaylen Brown and Jayson Tatum bounce back?

Boston's star duo, known as "The J's," left a lot to be desired in Game 4.

When these guys are playing well at the same time, Boston is a difficult team to beat.

The Celtics will hope that the struggles shared by these impactful players in Game 4 were left in Dallas.

Will Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving each go off again?

Unlike Boston's star duo, Dallas' star duo of guards each had a performance to remember in Game 4.

Doncic led all scores with 29 points and Irving was able to record 21.

If Boston can limit Dallas' production to one of these players, this game will be more easily winnable.

Will homecourt play a role?

Boston has done well on the road throughout the Playoffs, dropping just one game.

The Celtics will still be excited to take the floor in front of the home crowd tonight.

Here is the schedule for the NBA Finals:

Game 5 - Monday, June 17, 8:30 p.m. ET on ABC, in Boston

Game 6 - Thursday, June 20, 8:30 p.m. ET on ABC, in Dallas (if necessary)

Game 7 - Sunday, June 23, 8 p.m. ET on ABC, in Boston (if necessary)