Orlando Magic Secure No. 7 Seed with Dominant Victory Over Boston Celtics
Source: news.source.inquirer
The Orlando Magic clinched the No. 7 seed in the NBA play-in tournament with a convincing 96-76 win against a depleted Boston Celtics squad. Franz Wagner led the Magic with 23 points, while Cole Anthony added 18 points and eight rebounds. The victory extended Orlando's winning streak to four games, setting up a home game against the No. 8 seed in the play-in tournament. The Celtics, resting key players, suffered their lowest scoring output of the season.
Key Points
Orlando Magic defeated Boston Celtics 96-76, securing the No. 7 seed in the NBA play-in tournament.
Franz Wagner scored 23 points, continuing his streak of scoring at least 20 points in his last 12 games.
Cole Anthony contributed 18 points and eight rebounds, while Paolo Banchero added 15 points.
Boston Celtics played without key players, resulting in their lowest point total of the season.
The win extended Orlando's winning streak to four games, setting them up for a home game in the play-in tournament.
Boston's loss ended their three-game winning streak and their nine-game road winning streak.
