NBA 2024-25: Jayson Tatum Scores 30 Points Boston Celtics Beat Orlando Magic 121-94

Jayson Tatum scored 30 points as the Boston Celtics defeated the Orlando Magic 121-94 on Friday night. Tatum, a former star at Duke, impressed in front of freshman standout Cooper Flagg and his Duke teammates, who were watching from the stands. He went 12 of 21 from the field, helping the Celtics break out of a recent shooting slump. The Celtics shot a season-best 61% in the first half and held a 12-point lead at halftime. Overall, Boston finished the game shooting 53%, including 46% from three-point range, and they led by as many as 27 points in the second half. Kristaps Porzingis contributed 23 points on 7-of-10 shooting, while Jaylen Brown added 20 points. For the Magic, Cole Anthony led with 23 points, and Paolo Banchero scored 21. Orlando started the third quarter strong, narrowing the gap to 66-59 with the first five points. However, Boston quickly responded with an 8-0 run and outscored the Magic 30-22 in the period to regain control.

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Updated on: 18 January 2025 6:28 pm

NBA basketball game Orlando Magic vs Boston Celtics-Cole Anthony

NBA 2024-25: Magic's Cole Anthony (50) goes up against Celtics' Jordan Walsh | Photo: AP/Robert F. Bukaty

Orlando Magic's Cole Anthony (50) goes up against Boston Celtics' Jordan Walsh, left, and Payton Pritchard, right, during the second half of an NBA basketball game in Boston.

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NBA 2024-25: Magic's Cole Anthony (50) is defended by Celtics' Jordan Walsh | Photo: AP/Robert F. Bukaty

Orlando Magic's Cole Anthony (50) is defended by Boston Celtics' Jordan Walsh (27) and Payton Pritchard (11) during the second half of an NBA basketball game in Boston.

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NBA basketball game Orlando Magic vs Boston Celtics-Trevelin Queen

NBA 2024-25: Magic's Trevelin Queen dunks against the Celtics | Photo: AP/Robert F. Bukaty

Orlando Magic's Trevelin Queen dunks against the Boston Celtics during the second half of an NBA basketball game in Boston.

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NBA basketball game Orlando Magic vs Boston Celtics-Kristaps Porzingis

NBA 2024-25: Celtics' Kristaps Porzingis (8) shoots over Magic's Cole Anthony | Photo: AP/Robert F. Bukaty

Boston Celtics' Kristaps Porzingis (8) shoots over Orlando Magic's Cole Anthony (50) during the first half of an NBA basketball game against Boston Celtics in Boston.

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NBA 2024-25: Magic's Trevelin Queen (12) disputes a foul called on him as Cole Anthony keeps him away from the referee | Photo: AP/Robert F. Bukaty

Orlando Magic's Trevelin Queen (12) disputes a foul called on him as Cole Anthony (50) keeps him away from the referee during the first half of an NBA basketball game against Boston Celtics in Boston.

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NBA basketball game Orlando Magic vs Boston Celtics-Jaylen Brown

NBA 2024-25: Celtics' Jaylen Brown (7) chases a loose ball | Photo: AP/Robert F. Bukaty

Boston Celtics' Jaylen Brown (7) chases a loose ball after making a steal on Orlando Magic's Cole Anthony during the first half of an NBA basketball game in Boston.

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NBA 2024-25: Celtics' Jaylen Brown (7) steals the ball from Magic's Cole Anthony | Photo: AP/Robert F. Bukaty

Boston Celtics' Jaylen Brown (7) steals the ball from Orlando Magic's Cole Anthony (50) during the first half of an NBA basketball game in Boston.

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NBA basketball game Orlando Magic vs Boston Celtics-Derrick White

NBA 2024-25: Boston Celtics' Derrick White (9) goes up for a lay-up | Photo: AP/Robert F. Bukaty

Boston Celtics' Derrick White (9) goes up for a lay-up during the first half of an NBA basketball game against the Orlando Magic in Boston.

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NBA basketball game Orlando Magic vs Boston Celtics-Anthony Black

NBA 2024-25: Celtics' Jayson Tatum, left, is fouled by Orlando Magic's Anthony Black | Photo: AP/Robert F. Bukaty

Boston Celtics' Jayson Tatum, left, is fouled by Orlando Magic's Anthony Black, right, while driving to the basket during the first half of an NBA basketball game in Boston.