Let's go through the major updates from both teams' injury report and its impact on their performance.
Boston Celtics and Orlando Magic arrive at TD Garden again for Game 5 for a potential finale of the first-round playoff series in Eastern Conference. The reigning champions are ahead 3-1 in the series and are just one win away to step closer towards defending their title. After facing a first blow in Game 3, the Celtics came back to gain winning momentum.
It has been a roller-coaster ride for the Magic, who had a chance in previous game to make it 2-2. Celtics held a 79-75 lead heading into the fourth quarter and Orlando failed to take charge in the game. In previous two home matchups, the Magic looked like an improved side but they still need their best offense to surprise Boston at TD Garden.
Both teams have struggled in 3-point shooting, averaging less than 30% in the series. Despite some errors and Tatum’s injury, Boston survived. Since 2010, the Magic reached the NBA playoffs four times and are yet to crack the first round. They held Caves to seven games last year but there is a different story in 2025.
Let’s go through the major updates from both teams’ injury report and its impact on their performance.
Time: Tuesday, April 29 | 9:30 PM ET
Venue: TD Garden, Boston
Local TV: NBC SPORTS BOSTON, FDSN – Florida | Live Stream: NBA League Pass
Boston Celtics will have a healthy roster for the crucial Game 5. Jayson Tatum got recovered but Jaylen Brown’s knee injury could be a concern. The shooting-guard has been listed as questionable and is likely to feature in the lineups. He is averaging 23 points and eight rebounds in the playoffs series.
Injury Report for tomorrow vs. Orlando:
— Boston Celtics (@celtics) April 28, 2025
Jaylen Brown (right knee posterior impingement) – QUESTIONABLE
Jrue Holiday (right hamstring strain) – OUT
Jrue Holiday (hamstring) has been ruled out for Tuesday’s game against the Magic. The 34-year-old guard missed out previous two games.
The Magic have no fresh injury concerns for Game 5 at TD Garden. They have listed two players on the injury report and both are out for the season. Moritz Wagner (ACL) is going through the rehabilitation program and Jalen Suggs underwent knee surgery last month.
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