Boston Celtics guard Jaylen Brown (7) takes a 3-point shot over Orlando Magic guard Anthony Black (0) during the second half in game 5 of a first-round NBA playoff basketball series in Boston.
NBA 2024-25 Playoffs Round 1: Boston Celtics Thrash Orlando Magic In Game 5
The Boston Celtics have advanced to the Eastern Conference semifinals after defeating the Orlando Magic 120-89 in Game 5 at TD Garden on Tuesday. Jayson Tatum led the team to victory after a slow start, finishing the game with 35 points, 10 assists, and 8 rebounds. Jaylen Brown contributed with 23 points and 6 rebounds. The Celtics will face either the Detroit Pistons or the New York Knicks in the next round. Currently, the Knicks are leading that series 3-2, with Game 6 scheduled for Thursday night.
NBA 2024-25 Playoffs Round 1: Orlando Magic vs Boston Celtics
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Orlando Magic forward Franz Wagner, right, passes the ball behind the back of Boston Celtics center Kristaps Porzingis (8) to Jonathan Isaac, left, during the first half in game 5 of a first-round NBA playoff basketball series in Boston.
NBA 2024-25 Playoffs Round 1: Orlando Magic vs Boston Celtics
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Boston Celtics head coach Joe Mazzulla watches his players during the first half in game 5 of a first-round NBA playoff basketball series against the Boston Celtics in Boston.
NBA 2024-25 Playoffs Round 1: Orlando Magic vs Boston Celtics
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Orlando Magic head coach Jamahl Mosley calls to his players during the first half in game 5 of a first-round NBA playoff basketball series against the Boston Celtics in Boston.
NBA 2024-25 Playoffs Round 1: Orlando Magic vs Boston Celtics
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Boston Celtics guard Jaylen Brown (7) battles for a loose ball against Orlando Magic center Wendell Carter Jr. (34) during the first half in game 5 of a first-round NBA playoff basketball series in Boston.
NBA 2024-25 Playoffs Round 1: Orlando Magic vs Boston Celtics
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Boston Celtics guard Jaylen Brown (7) passes the ball while pressured by Orlando Magic guard Cole Anthony (50) during the first half in Game 5 of a first-round NBA playoff basketball series in Boston.
NBA 2024-25 Playoffs Round 1: Orlando Magic vs Boston Celtics
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Orlando Magic forward Franz Wagner, right, drives to the basket against Boston Celtics center Luke Kornet (40) during the first half in Game 5 of a first-round NBA playoff basketball series in Boston.
NBA 2024-25 Playoffs Round 1: Orlando Magic vs Boston Celtics
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Boston Celtics center Al Horford (42) knocks the ball away from Orlando Magic center Wendell Carter Jr. (34) on a rebound during the first half in Game 5 of a first-round NBA playoff basketball series in Boston.
NBA 2024-25 Playoffs Round 1: Orlando Magic vs Boston Celtics
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Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum (0) drives to the basket against Orlando Magic center Wendell Carter Jr. (34) during the first half in Game 5 of a first-round NBA playoff basketball series in Boston.
NBA 2024-25 Playoffs Round 1: Orlando Magic vs Boston Celtics
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Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum (0) celebrates with teammate Derrick White while leading the Orlando Magic during the second half in Game 5 of a first-round NBA playoff basketball series in Boston.
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