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Celtics advance in five thanks to second-half thrashing of Magic

Jayson Tatum scored a game-high 35 points to help the Boston Celtics clinch their Eastern Conference first-round playoff series with a 120-89 Game 5 victory on Tuesday night over the visiting Orlando Magic.

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Tatum drops 35 as Celtics finish off Magic in 5

Jayson Tatum went off 35 points, 10 assists and eight rebounds to help the Celtics rout the Magic 120-89 and win their first-round series in five games.

Boston Celtics News / Athlon Sports / April 29

Celtics Star Jayson Tatum Sends Emotional Joe Mazzulla Message

The Boston Celtics are one win away from advancing to the second round of the NBA Playoffs, holding a 3-1 lead over the Orlando Magic in what has been a hard-fought, physical series.

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Jayson Tatum News / Boston Celtics on SI / April 29

Celtics Notes: One Player to Miss Game 5, Tatum Talks Exchange on Sideline, More

After the Orlando Magic barely squeaked out a 95-93 victory, the Boston Celtics came roaring back with another victory in Game 4, 107-98. Now, they are looking to seal the deal and move on to round two of the 2025 NBA Playoffs.

Jayson Tatum News / Boston Celtics on SI / April 28

Celtics' Jayson Tatum Scored More Points Than Entire Magic Team

The Boston Celtics are looking to close out the Orlando Magic after taking a 3-1 lead and heading back home for Game 5. Jayson Tatum led the way with 37 points, 14 rebounds, and three steals as it proved to be too much for the Magic, especially in the final moments of the game.

Orlando Magic News / Orlando Magic on SI / April 28

As Orlando Faces Elimination, Game 4 Taught Growing Magic a Harsh Playoff Lesson

ORLANDO, Fla. – The score was 91-all, and somehow, that still didn't say how dead even Game 4 between the Orlando Magic and Boston Celtics had been through nearly 44 minutes.

Boston Celtics News / NBA Analysis Network / April 28

Kristaps Porzingis on how Jayson Tatum has changed since Boston Celtics made 2023 trade

The Boston Celtics took a step towards reclaiming their trophy by seizing command of their first round series. Entering the series with the Orlando Magic, the Boston Celtics were heavy favorites.

NBA News / Boston Celtics on SI / April 28

NBA Announces Big Update to Celtics vs Magic Playoff Series

After the Boston Celtics took down the Orlando Magic in Game 4 of its playoff series, the NBA announced a change to the schedule. The league announced that a potential Game 6 between these two teams will start at either 7 or 7:30 p.m.

Boston Celtics News / Yardbarker / April 28

Jayson Tatum joins elite company with Celtics' Game 4 win

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Watch: Horford and Tatum take exception to another Magic hard foul

Things got testy tonight in Orlando during the 3rd quarter following another hard fould by the Magic. Al Horford came to Derrick White's defense after Wendell Carter's foul knocked the Celtics guard to the floor.

Boston Celtics News / Field Level Media / April 27

Jayson Tatum, Celtics too sharp for Magic

Jayson Tatum collected game highs of 37 points and 14 rebounds to lead the visiting Boston Celtics to a 107-98 victory over the Orlando Magic on Sunday in Game 4 of their Eastern Conference first-round playoff series.

NBA News / Athlon Sports / April 26

Jayson Tatum Sends Blunt Six-Word Message on NBA Refs After Celtics' Loss to Magic

The Orlando Magic were able to get back into the series against the Boston Celtics in Game 3, defeating them 95-93. It was Franz Wagner who led the way

Boston Celtics News / Fastbreak on SI / April 26

Jayson Tatum Made NBA History In Celtics-Magic Game

On Friday night, the Boston Celtics lost to the Orlando Magic (in Florida) by a score of 95-93. Despite the surprising loss, Jayson Tatum put up 36 points, nine rebounds, four assists, one steal and one block while shooting 10/22 from the field and 4/10 from the three-point range in 39 minutes of playing time.

Boston Celtics News / Field Level Media / April 24

Celtics star Jayson Tatum (wrist) doubtful for Game 3 at Magic

The Boston Celtics listed Jayson Tatum as doubtful for Game 3 of their Eastern Conference first-round playoff series against the Orlando Magic due to the bone bruise in his right wrist.

Boston Celtics News / Yardbarker / April 24

Celtics reveal Jayson Tatum's status for Game 3 against Magic

Tatum suffered a bone bruise in his right wrist during Game 1.

Joe Mazzulla explains in one word why he shouted at Tatum to get up

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Boston Celtics News / Yardbarker / April 24

Jaylen Brown steps up as Celtics show their dominance

Being without a player of the caliber of Jayson Tatum would create a problem for most teams, but the Boston Celtics proved why they are the defending champions by taking care of business as Tatum missed a playoff game for the first time in his career.

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