Celtics at Magic: Boston Begins Three-Game Road Trip with NBA Cup Match
The Celtics start a three-game road trip Friday night, facing the Orlando Magic in the first of two consecutive matchups. The game kicks off at 7 p.m. at the Kia Center in Orlando and counts as an NBA Cup Group B contest. The second game on Sunday will not be part of the NBA Cup.
Recent Team Performance
- The Celtics recently beat Washington 136-107 but have lost two of their last three games.
- Orlando has dropped five of its last seven games, including a loss to Atlanta on Tuesday.
Player Availability
- Celtics' Xavier Tillman will miss Friday's game due to personal reasons.
- Magic’s Moritz Wagner is also out with a knee injury.
Game Details and Stats
- Tipoff time: 7 p.m. at the Kia Center in Orlando.
- Last 10 games over/under records: Celtics 4-6, Magic 4-6.
- Season records: Celtics 3-5, Magic 4-4.
- The Celtics' last 10 games show a 3-7 record.
“Friday’s game is an NBA Cup Group B game, while Sunday’s contest is not.”
Both teams aim to improve their standings as the Celtics extend their road trip.
Summary: The Celtics open a critical road trip with a challenging NBA Cup game against the Magic, navigating key player absences and mixed recent form.