The NBA Playoffs are here, and the Orlando Magic will play against the Boston Celtics. This game is the first in the Eastern Conference First Round. It will take place at TD Garden on Sunday, April 20, 2025, at 3:30 PM. Fans can watch the game on ABC.
Orlando Magic comes into this game with a recent win over the Atlanta Hawks. They won by 25 points, scoring 120 points in total. Key players like Paolo Banchero and Cole Anthony had strong performances. Before that, they had a loss against the Hawks and a win over the Indiana Pacers.
Boston Celtics recently won against the Charlotte Hornets by 7 points. Payton Pritchard was a standout player in that game. They also had a big win against the Hornets earlier, but they lost to the Magic in their last meeting. The Celtics will look to improve on their recent performance against Orlando.
Celtics Preview
The Boston Celtics are playing Game 1 of the Eastern Conference First Round in the NBA Playoffs. They finished the regular season with a record of 61-21. At home, they won 28 games and lost 13. The team is ranked 2nd in the Eastern Conference and 1st in the Atlantic Division.
Head Coach Joe Mazzulla leads the team. In their last 10 games, the Celtics have an 8-2 record. Their recent games include a win against the Charlotte Hornets by 7 points and another win by 37 points. They also had a loss to the Orlando Magic by 20 points.
Jayson Tatum is a key player for the Celtics. He averages 26.8 points per game, ranking 5th in the league. He also averages 8.7 rebounds and 6.0 assists per game. Derrick White and Jaylen Brown are also important players, with averages of 16.4 and 22.2 points per game, respectively.
Payton Pritchard has been performing well recently. In a game against the Hornets, he scored 34 points and had 7 rebounds and 7 assists. His field goal percentage was 56.0% in that game. Pritchard’s season averages include 14.1 points per game and a 3-point shooting percentage of 40.9%.
Magic Preview
The home team is playing Game 3 of the Eastern Conference First Round in the NBA Playoffs. They have a postseason record of 1-0. In the regular season, they had a balanced record of 41-41. Their home record stood at 22-19, while their away record was 19-22.
In their recent game against the Atlanta Hawks, they won by 25 points. They scored 120 points with a field goal percentage of 48.4%. Top performers included Cole Anthony, who scored 26 points, and Paolo Banchero, who added 17 points. Franz Wagner also contributed with 13 points and 13 rebounds.
During the regular season, Franz Wagner led the team in scoring with 24.1 points per game. Paolo Banchero followed closely with 25.9 points per game. Wendell Carter Jr. was the top rebounder, averaging 7.3 rebounds per game.
In the postseason, Cole Anthony has been the leading scorer with 26 points per game. Paolo Banchero has been strong on the boards, averaging 9 rebounds per game. Franz Wagner has also been effective, contributing in multiple areas with points, rebounds, and assists.
Statistical Breakdown for Celtics vs Magic
The game between the Boston Celtics and the Orlando Magic will be influenced by several key stats. The Celtics have a strong home record, which could give them an edge. Jayson Tatum’s scoring and rebounding will be vital for Boston. For the Magic, Cole Anthony’s scoring and Paolo Banchero’s rebounding will be important. Both teams have players who can make a difference in scoring and defense.
- Boston Celtics Home Record: 28-13
- Jayson Tatum Points Per Game: 26.8
- Jayson Tatum Rebounds Per Game: 8.7
- Orlando Magic Away Record: 19-22
- Cole Anthony Postseason Points Per Game: 26
- Paolo Banchero Postseason Rebounds Per Game: 9
Betting Insights
The Orlando Magic and Boston Celtics are set to meet, and bettors have plenty of trends to consider. Orlando has a strong start in the postseason with a perfect ATS record. Meanwhile, Boston struggled slightly during the regular season. Both teams have shown different patterns in their Over/Under results. Here are the top betting trends to keep in mind for this game:
- Orlando Magic is 1-0 ATS in the 2025 postseason.
- Orlando Magic’s postseason game went under the total, with an average combined score of 215.0.
- Boston Celtics have a regular season ATS record of 27-31-0.
- Orlando Magic had more unders than overs in the regular season, with 45 unders.
- Boston Celtics have a regular season Over/Under record of 37 overs and 43 unders.
Free Betting Prediction for Celtics vs Magic
The Boston Celtics have a strong home record, which could be a key factor in this game. Jayson Tatum’s scoring and rebounding will be important for the Celtics. With players like Derrick White and Jaylen Brown, Boston has a solid lineup that can perform well on both ends of the court.
On the other hand, the Orlando Magic have shown promise in the postseason. Cole Anthony’s scoring and Paolo Banchero’s rebounding will be crucial for them. The Magic’s recent win against the Hawks shows they can compete at a high level.
Considering the Celtics’ strong home performance and the Magic’s recent form, this game could be competitive. However, Boston’s depth and experience might give them the edge. The Celtics are likely to win, but the Magic could cover the spread.
- Our Free Prediction: Magic +13.5
