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Orlando Magic Narrowly Beat Celtics in Game 3, Cutting Series Deficit to 2-1

Franz Wagner and Paolo Banchero led Orlando's gritty win as Boston's injuries and turnovers compounded their struggles.

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Kristaps Porziņģis and Jaylen Brown have both been victims of flagrant fouls by the Orlando Magic during the first round.
Apr 11, 2025; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Boston Celtics guard Jrue Holiday (4) shoots the ball against the Charlotte Hornets in the first half at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Eric Canha-Imagn Images/File Photo

Overview

  • Franz Wagner scored 32 points and added eight assists, while Paolo Banchero contributed 29 points and six rebounds to power the Magic's 95-93 victory.
  • Jayson Tatum returned from a wrist injury to lead all scorers with 36 points but committed seven turnovers as Boston struggled offensively.
  • Orlando's physical defense forced 21 turnovers and held Boston to just 11 points in a pivotal third quarter, their lowest in a period since 2021.
  • Key injuries continued to plague the Celtics, with Jaylen Brown dislocating his finger in Game 3 and Kristaps Porzingis and Tatum still recovering from earlier physical fouls.
  • Game 4 is set for Sunday in Orlando, where the Magic aim to tie the series and the Celtics look to regain control despite their injury challenges.