The Boston Celtics and Orlando Magic clash in a pivotal Game 4 tonight after Orlando’s Game 3 win exposed Boston’s struggles against their bruising defense. The Celtics, leading the series 2-1, managed just nine three-pointers in Saturday’s 95-93 loss – their lowest output of the season – while committing 21 turnovers Jayson Tatum returned from a wrist injury to score 36 points, but Jaylen Brown dislocated a finger amid Orlando’s aggressive play
Meanwhile, the Minnesota Timberwolves pushed the Los Angeles Lakers to the brink with a 116-113 Game 4 victory, taking a commanding 3-1 series lead. Anthony Davis’ 33-point effort wasn’t enough to overcome Minnesota’s balanced attack, leaving LeBron James facing potential elimination in Wednesday’s Game 5
Tonight’s Key Matchups:
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Magic vs Celtics (7:00 PM ET, TNT/truTV/Max): Orlando aims to level the series at home, leveraging the league’s top-ranked defense
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Warriors vs Rockets (10:00 PM ET, TBD): Golden State leads 2-1 behind Stephen Curry’s 36-point Game 3 eruption
Player Watch:
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Tatum (Celtics): Averaging 30+ points in the series despite a bone bruise
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Franz Wagner (Magic): Dropped 32 points in Game 3’s upset
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Anthony Edwards (Timberwolves): Key in Minnesota’s closing lineup against LA
The Knicks could eliminate Detroit tonight in their 3-1 series, while Cleveland looks to sweep Miami in their 7:30 PM ET showdown All eyes remain on whether Boston’s shooters can solve Orlando’s defensive puzzle – and if the Lakers can extend their season beyond Wednesday.
