Celtics Begin Three-Game Road Trip Against Magic
The Boston Celtics open their three-game road trip on Friday night with the first of back-to-back games against the Orlando Magic. The matchup tips off at 7 p.m. at the KIA Center in Orlando.
NBA Cup Group B Matchup
Friday's game is part of the NBA Cup Group B, while Sunday's game between these teams does not count towards the Cup.
Team Performance and Player Availability
- The Celtics recently defeated Washington 136-107 but have lost two of their last three games.
- The Magic have dropped five of their last seven, including a loss to Atlanta on Tuesday.
- Xavier Tillman will miss the game for personal reasons.
- Orlando’s Moritz Wagner is sidelined with a knee injury.
Game Details and Records
- Tipoff: 7 p.m. at the KIA Center
- Over/under recent performance ranges from 4-5 to 4-6 depending on the timeframe
- Season record indicates teams hovering around .500 in over/under bets
"Friday’s game is an NBA Cup Group B game, while Sunday’s contest is not."
The Celtics aim to build momentum as they navigate a challenging stretch of games on the road.
Author’s summary: The Celtics start a crucial road trip with consecutive games against the Magic, facing roster challenges and looking to improve from recent mixed results.