Celtics Lose Game 3 to Magic, Series Stands at 2-1

The Orlando Magic secured their first win of the playoff series against the Boston Celtics with a narrow 95-93 victory, fueled by strong performances from Paolo Banchero and Franz Wagner. Despite Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown combining for 55 points, the Celtics struggled with turnovers and were outmatched in physicality, leading to frustration over officiating that both Brown and fans felt favored Orlando. Kristaps Porzingis continued to struggle offensively, admitting his shot felt off and acknowledging his poor performance contributed to the loss. Magic coach Jamahl Mosley credited the team's resilience, improved defensive rebounding, and the energy from home fans for the turnaround after falling behind early. The Celtics, who still lead the series 2-1, will need to adjust and refocus for Game 4 as they look to capitalize on their depth and previous successes in the series.