The Boston Celtics will host the Orlando Magic at TD Garden on Tuesday, April 29, 2025. The game will start at 8:30 PM and air on NBCS. This is the fifth game in the Eastern Conference First Round of the NBA Playoffs.
The Celtics lead the series 3-1. In their last game, they won against the Magic by 9 points, with a score of 107-98. Jayson Tatum scored 37 points and grabbed 14 rebounds in that game.
The Magic have struggled, losing three of their last four games against the Celtics. Paolo Banchero scored 31 points in their most recent loss. The Magic’s only win in the series came in Game 3, where they won by 2 points.
Celtics Preview
The Boston Celtics are in Game 5 of the Eastern Conference First Round in the NBA Playoffs. Their postseason record is 3-1, with a perfect home record of 2-0. Head Coach Joe Mazzulla leads the team as they aim to continue their strong performance.
In the regular season, the Celtics had a record of 61-21. They ranked 2nd in the Eastern Conference and 1st in the Atlantic Division. Their home record was 28-13, and they won 8 of their last 10 games.
Jayson Tatum is a key player for the Celtics. In the postseason, he averages 30.0 points and 12.3 rebounds per game. Derrick White and Jaylen Brown also contribute significantly, with White averaging 20.2 points and Brown 23.0 points per game.
Defensively, the Celtics are strong. They allow only 94.8 points per game, the best in the league. They also lead in three-point defense, allowing just 8.2 made per game and a percentage of 28.0. Their defense is a major factor in their success this season.
Magic Preview
The Orlando Magic are in the Eastern Conference First Round of the NBA Playoffs. They have a postseason record of 2-3. At home, they have won 2 out of 3 games. On the road, they have not won any games yet. Their regular season record was 41-41.
In the regular season, the Magic ranked 7th in the Eastern Conference. They were 1st in the Southeast Division. Their offense averaged 99.8 points per game, placing them 17th in the league. Defensively, they allowed 101.4 points per game, ranking 6th.
Paolo Banchero has been a standout player in the postseason. He leads the team with 29.0 points per game. He also averages 8.4 rebounds and 4.4 assists. Franz Wagner is another key player, scoring 23.4 points per game and leading the team in assists with 5.4 per game.
Wendell Carter Jr. contributes significantly with 11.6 points and 10.2 rebounds per game. His field goal percentage is 57.1%. Anthony Black adds 9.8 points per game. Kentavious Caldwell-Pope rounds out the top scorers with 4.4 points per game.
Statistical Breakdown for Celtics vs Magic
The game between the Boston Celtics and the Orlando Magic will focus on defense. The Celtics allow the fewest points per game in the league, while the Magic rank 6th in this area. Both teams excel in limiting opponents’ shooting, with the Celtics leading in three-point defense. The Celtics’ strong free throw game could also be a factor, as they lead the league in free throws made and attempted per game.
- Boston Celtics Points Per Game: 103.0 (14th)
- Orlando Magic Points Per Game: 99.8 (17th)
- Boston Celtics Points Per Game Allowed: 94.8 (1st)
- Orlando Magic Points Per Game Allowed: 101.4 (6th)
- Boston Celtics Three Pointers Made Per Game Allowed: 8.2 (1st)
- Orlando Magic Three Pointers Made Per Game Allowed: 10.0 (2nd)
- Boston Celtics Free Throws Made Per Game: 21.5 (1st)
- Orlando Magic Free Throws Made Per Game: 15.4 (13th)
Betting Insights
The Orlando Magic and Boston Celtics are set to meet in the postseason. Both teams have shown varied performance against the spread (ATS) and in over/under outcomes. The Magic have a slight edge in postseason ATS records, while the Celtics have balanced over/under results. Here are the top betting trends to consider for this game.
- Orlando Magic have a postseason ATS record of 3-2-0.
- Boston Celtics have a postseason ATS record of 2-2-0.
- Orlando Magic’s postseason games have gone under 3 times out of 5.
- Boston Celtics have an even postseason over/under record of 2-2.
- Orlando Magic’s postseason average combined score is 201.2, below their average over/under line of 204.3.
Free Betting Prediction for Celtics vs Magic
The Boston Celtics have been strong at home this postseason. With a perfect home record, they have shown they can perform well in front of their fans. Jayson Tatum and his teammates have been key in their success, especially on defense. Their ability to limit opponents’ scoring is a big advantage.
The Orlando Magic have struggled on the road. They have not won away from home in the playoffs. Paolo Banchero has been a bright spot for the team, but they need more support to challenge the Celtics. Their defense is solid, but scoring has been an issue.
Considering the Celtics’ home performance and defensive strength, they are likely to win this game. The Magic’s road struggles and scoring issues may continue. The Celtics’ ability to control the game on both ends makes them the favorites.
- Our Free Prediction: Celtics -11.5
