Celtics Eliminate Magic, Advance in Playoffs
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The Boston Celtics defeated the Orlando Magic 120-89 in Game 5, advancing to the Eastern Conference semifinals. Jayson Tatum led the Celtics with 35 points, 10 assists, and 8 rebounds. Orlando's Paolo Banchero's fifth foul in the third quarter proved pivotal, allowing Boston to build a significant lead. The Celtics, known for their 3-point shooting, surprisingly went scoreless from beyond the arc in the first half. Their next opponent will be either the New York Knicks or Detroit Pistons.
The Boston Celtics defeated the Orlando Magic 120-89 in Game 5, advancing to the Eastern Conference semifinals. Jayson Tatum led the Celtics with 35 points, 10 assists, and 8 rebounds. Orlando's Paolo Banchero's fifth foul in the third quarter proved pivotal, allowing Boston to build a significant lead. The Celtics, known for their 3-point shooting, surprisingly went scoreless from beyond the arc in the first half. Their next opponent will be either the New York Knicks or Detroit Pistons.
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