The Boston Celtics can stylishly close out the first round of the playoffs with a win over Orlando Magic in Game 5 at TD Garden on Tuesday.
Celtics vs. Magic Game 5 Preview
The Celtics hope to get out of this series as soon as possible, and tonight’s Game 5 offers a great opportunity to do it in the soil of their homes.
Orlando resembles the infamous “bad boy piston” at one of the most common times, bringing physicality to a sportsman level without a doubt, and it was by no means an easy ride.
Boston is suffering from bumps and bruises in which Jason Tatum plays severe bone bruises on the shooting wrist.
Joe Mazzulla’s team needs a few days to get back in order well before tackling the second round with the New York Knicks and the Detroit Pistons, so don’t bank with the magic that expands this series to Game 6 and beyond.
Tatum finally led the Celtics to victory in Game 4, defending 37 points (16 in the fourth quarter) and 14 rebounds, with the defending champion returning to Massachusetts for a 3-1 lead.
Watch: Show Jason Tatum 37 Points in Game 5
Boston was a double-digit favorite in Tuesday’s matchup, winning the first two games of the series.
Home court advantage is all about the postseason, and despite the best efforts of Orlando’s star duo Paolo Banchelo and Franz Wagner, their campaign is likely to end here.
Tatum averages 30 points and 12 rebounds in the series compared to Banchero’s 32 points and 8 rebounds, alongside Wagner’s 1 night per night.
Celtics vs. Magic Injury Report
Boston Celtics Injury
F Jaylen Brown (Knee; Suspicious), G Jrue Holiday (Hamstring; Out)
Orlando’s Magical Injury
G Jalen Suggs (knee; out), f mo wagner (knee; out)
Which TV channel is Celtics vs Magic?
Game 5 vs Celtics vs Magic will be broadcast locally on NBA TV and NBC Sports Boston for people living in Florida, for residents of Massachusetts and Fan Duel Sports Network.