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Eric Canha-Imagn Images Orlando’s identity is built around mid-range shots, physicality, and defensive grit — but that might not be enough. This matchup looks like a stylistic clash where Boston’s balance and adaptability could end up making the difference. Basketball is a numbers game. So, before the Boston Celtics vs. Orlando Magic playoff series, let’s dive into the … [Read more...] about Magic math: Orlando’s odd offensive profile and what it means for the Celtics

Photo by Fernando Medina/NBAE via Getty Images You thought I wouldn’t do it again? Boston is a nightmare matchup for Orlando, so I don’t see why I’d predict anything other than total annihilation. There’s only so many times I can do this and get away with it. Last year, I wrote a moderately inflammatory piece saying that the Boston Celtics were going to sweep the … [Read more...] about The Celtics are going to sweep the Magic

Photo by Rocky Widner/NBAE via Getty Images The Celtics rookie (and his mother) discussed his journey to the NBA in a sit-down interview with CelticsBlog — from getting up at 5am in middle school in Nebraska to showboating at TD Garden. BOSTON — When Baylor Scheierman was in 7th grade, he woke up at 5 a.m. every morning to sneak in a workout with a pair of high … [Read more...] about Baylor Scheierman on why his hometown’s parents (probably) didn’t like him, working out before sunrise at 13, and more

Photo by Barry Chin/The Boston Globe via Getty Images Orlando fans chanted it. Now, they get their wish. Examining the troubling history of NBA teams that paid the price for summoning the Boston Celtics. After defeating the Atlanta Hawks in the 7 vs. 8 Play-In game earlier this week, Orlando Magic fans chanted “We want Boston” as the final seconds ticked off the … [Read more...] about You want Boston? Be careful what you wish for.

Photo by Adam Glanzman/Getty Images Mazzulla blamed Sam Cassell for a tough stretch in January among other funny moments on the Barstool Sports podcast. Celtics head coach Joe Mazzulla made his third appearance on Pardon My Take on Wednesday and it was another classic interview with Dan ‘Big Cat’ Katz and PFT Commenter. After he confirmed that he does not allow the … [Read more...] about Joe Mazzulla had another great interview on Pardon My Take

Jalen Brunson vs Celtics 4/8/25 | Photo by Nathaniel S. Butler/NBAE via Getty Images All the Celtics news you need in one convenient place. Herald What Kristaps Porzingis told Jaylen Brown about knee injury What Celtics are expecting from ‘physical’ Magic in playoff series Globe Paul Pierce’s straightforward prediction for Celtics-Magic series Bill Simmons … [Read more...] about Boston Celtics Daily Links 4/17/25

Photo by Brian Babineau/NBAE via Getty Images Boston and Orlando meet for the first time in fifteen years. With the Orlando Magic’s win over the Atlanta Hawks in the Play-In Tournament, the Celtics will be facing off against the Magic in the first round of the playoffs. Let’s take a look back on the matchups Boston has had against Orlando in the regular season and in … [Read more...] about The postseason history between the Celtics and Magic

Photo by Adam Glanzman/Getty Images No team in the NBA is more battle-tested than Boston, and it’s an advantage that can’t be game planned for. Before winning a ring, Boston was subjected to peculiar levels of scrutiny and doubt. Each loss was a sign of cracks in the armor, and an opportunity to diminish their accomplishments. One of the many baseless claims to gain … [Read more...] about Experience is the Boston Celtics’ superpower

Photo by Brian Babineau/NBAE via Getty Images The Magic All-Star is an absolute load. There’s little current tape that the Celtics and Magic can go to gameplan for the first round series starting on Sunday. The only game that might reveal anything worth clipping would be Boston’s blowout win, despite Franz Wagner missing the game and Boston’s top-9 all being available. … [Read more...] about Defending Paolo Banchero