After a tough defeat on the road their last time out, the Celtics look much better today on their home court. They are way out in front with a 96-76 lead over the Magic. The Celtics came into the matchup with some extra motivation after the loss they were dealt the last time these two teams faced off.

The Boston Celtics took care of business at home against the visiting Orlando Magic, cruising to a 121-94 win. Boston improves to 29-12 on the season with the result.

BOSTON – The Orlando Magic and Boston Celtics do battle for the second time this season Friday evening. Tipoff between the two Eastern Conference foes is at 7 p.m. ET from TD Garden. Each team will be looking to bounce back after uncharacteristic losses. But, one team will be much healthier when attempting to do so.

The Celtics made 17 3-pointers against the Magic on Friday night. Orlando ended with just 5. The long-range game was the difference.

The Boston Celtics soundly defeated the visiting Orlando Magic Tuesday night, grabbing a 121-94 victory at home, and turning the page on a bad road loss to the Toronto Raptors earlier in the week. Orlando has one of the NBA's top defenses,

The defending NBA Champions are back in action on Friday, Jan. 17 when the Boston Celtics host the Orlando Magic at TD Garden in Boston.

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The reigning NBA champion Boston Celtics return to TD Garden Friday night still looking for consistent traction as they get set to host the Orlando Magic.

Boston Celtics center Kristaps Porzingis, right, looks to shoot against Orlando Magic forward Tristan da Silva during the first half of an NBA basketball game, Monday, Dec. 23, 2024, in Orlando, Fla. (AP Photo/John Raoux) (AP Photo/John Raoux)

NBA playoff picture is gradually taking shape, with all teams having played at least half of their regular season games. As the second half of the season unfolds, the Boston Celtics are the favorite to win the championship at +250 odds.

Anthony Davis had 42 points and 23 rebounds, and the Los Angeles Lakers used a huge first quarter from the All-Star center to build a 23-point lead before beating the Charlotte Hornets 112-107 on Monday night for their fourth straight win.