Orlando could not capitalize on a few key opportunities down the stretch, allowing Boston to escape with a victory.

The Celtics led the contest for the bulk of the second half, surviving a late push from the Magic to improve to 5-1.

Jayson Tatum scored 32 points — 15 of them from the free-throw line — and Paul George added 17 as the Boston Celtics won their fifth straight game, 108-97 over the Orlando Magic Sunday afternoon.

Desmond Bane’s 28-point explosion fueled a gritty rebound over Toronto, proving Orlando can thrive through injuries and adversity by leaning on perimeter depth and defensive connectivity.

The Boston Celtics showed up in the fourth quarter to down the Orlando Magic on the road.

Magic star Paolo Banchero revealed how long he expects to miss with a high ankle sprain, offering new insight into his potential return.

Orlando stands out as a prime three-star play catching points against Toronto in a matchup where the market is overreacting to absent starters. The Magic have plenty of experience remaining competitive without Paolo Banchero and Jalen Suggs on the floor,

Two preseason games at Kia Center on October 13 and 16 ORLANDO --The Orlando Magic will open the 2026 preseason at Memphis on Wednesday, October 7. After playing on Sunday, October 11 at Cleveland, Orlando will host the Cavaliers at Kia Center on Tuesday ...

Boston brings a four-game winning streak to Orlando, where the Magic look to build on an impressive victory over Toronto.