Celtics at Magic: Boston Begins Three-Game Road Trip with NBA Cup Match
The Boston Celtics start a three-game road trip on Friday night, facing the Orlando Magic in an NBA Cup Group B matchup. The game tips off at 7 p.m. at the Kia Center in Orlando.
While Friday’s meeting counts toward the NBA Cup, Sunday’s rematch between the same teams will not. The Celtics enter the matchup after dominating Washington 136–107 on Wednesday, though they have dropped two of their last three games. Orlando, meanwhile, has lost five of its last seven, including a recent defeat to Atlanta on Tuesday.
Player Availability
- Xavier Tillman will miss the game for personal reasons.
- Moritz Wagner will be out for Orlando with a knee injury.
Team Trends
- Boston’s recent form: 4–6 in the last 10 games, season record 3–5.
- Orlando’s recent form: 3–7 in the last 10 games, over/under 4–6.
"Tipoff at the Kia Center in Orlando is set for 7 p.m."
Author’s summary: The Celtics face the Magic to open a road swing and continue NBA Cup play, both teams looking to rebound after uneven recent performances.
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