Playoffs · Round 1 · Game 3
Boston CelticsCeltics
89
away
Orlando MagicMagic
122
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 20 | 19 | 29 | 21 | 89 |
| Orlando MagicMagic | 30 | 47 | 29 | 16 | 122 |
After Action Report
In Orlando, the Magic ran roughshod over the Celtics 122-89. The Magic got every break — every loose ball, every bounce. The Magic bent the defense out of shape from deep; the Celtics owned the glass, generating extra possessions. The Magic locker room is humming, and it showed. Early returns: the Magic per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. It was over by halftime.
What tipped it
- Magic · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Celtics · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Celtics · Superstar Stack Two or more 90-overall stars bend games to their will on both ends.
- Celtics · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Celtics · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.