Overview
- The Orlando Magic erased a 10-point halftime deficit with an 18-1 third-quarter run to claim a 95-93 victory in Game 3 of their first-round playoff series.
- Franz Wagner led the Magic with 32 points and eight assists, while Paolo Banchero added 29 points and six rebounds in a gritty team effort.
- Jayson Tatum returned from a wrist injury to score a game-high 36 points and grab nine rebounds but also committed seven of Boston's 19 turnovers.
- Boston struggled offensively in the second half, scoring just 11 points in the third quarter and going 17 minutes without a made three-pointer.
- The Celtics, still missing Jrue Holiday due to a hamstring strain, will look to regroup for Game 4 in Orlando as the Magic aim to tie the series.