Orlando Magic vs Boston Celtics Prediction 4/23/25 NBA Picks

Boston Celtics (61-21) vs Orlando Magic (41-41)

Game Info: Wednesday, April 23, 2025 at 7:00 pm (TD Garden)

Betting Odds: Boston Celtics -10.5 -- Over/Under: 197.5

The Celtics Vs. Magic

Game Preview!

Alright hoops heads, the Magic are heading back to Boston for Game 2 on Wednesday, and after getting handled in the first one, they're gonna be desperate to tie this series up before they head home. You know they're gonna be bringing a different kind of energy to the TD Garden this time around. Let's see if they can actually make it a series!

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The Magic Team Preview!

Basically, the Magic came into the playoffs feeling good, but then the Celtics gave them a serious reality check on Sunday, beating them pretty handily, 103-86. Banchero and Wagner were the only Magic players who really showed up offensively, with Banchero having a monster game. They actually looked decent in the first half, even taking a small lead, but then the Celtics just steamrolled them in the second half. A lot of their other key guys just didn't produce, so the Magic definitely need to figure things out if they want to compete in this series.

The Celtics Team Preview!

So, the Celtics were on an absolute tear to finish the regular season, which explains why they looked so chill and dominant in Game 1. Derrick White went nuclear, splashing seven threes on his way to 30 points. Pritchard was a spark off the bench with 19, and the usual suspects like Tatum and Brown chipped in nicely. They were hitting shots and even though they had a bit of a slow start and were down at halftime, their defense just clamped down in the second half. They basically shut down the Magic and cruised to an easy win, even with Porzingis having a rough shooting night. Basically, the Celtics look like they're playing on another level right now.

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The Celtics Vs. Magic

Game Prediction!

The Pick: Boston Celtics -9.5

Alright, so the Magic are still down a couple of players, and surprisingly, Tatum might be out for the Celtics. You'd think this is Orlando's golden opportunity, but their lack of depth really hurt them in Game 1, even with Banchero's big night. The Celtics barely missed Tatum in the first game and have enough offensive firepower to cover for him. This could be the Magic's best shot at a win to avoid a sweep, but even with Banchero going off, it probably won't be enough. If the Celtics start hitting their threes at home, it's game over for Orlando.