After a tough loss on the road their last time out, the Celtics look much better today on their home court. They have jumped out to a quick 35-28 lead against the Magic. The Celtics came into the match with some extra motivation after the defeat they were dealt the last time these two teams faced off.

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Paolo Banchero’s return to the lineup for Orlando was supposed to take them from overachievers to contenders. That is a work in progress. The Magic have lost four of their last six. They lost most recently 122-93 Wednesday in Milwaukee. Boston was upset Wednesday in Toronto. The Raptors knocked off the defending champs 110-97.