Overview

• Jaylen Brown became the fifth Celtic in history to record at least 35 points, 10 rebounds, and 5 assists in a playoff game.
• Boston capitalized on Orlando's ongoing three-point struggles, with the Magic shooting just 7-for-29 from deep in Game 2.
• Kristaps Porzingis returned to the game after receiving five stitches for a gash to his forehead, showcasing the physicality of the contest.
• Payton Pritchard, the NBA's newly crowned Sixth Man of the Year, contributed 14 points off the bench, including three three-pointers.
• Jayson Tatum, sidelined with a bone bruise on his shooting wrist, is reportedly expected to return for Game 3 in Orlando.