Celtics Begin Road Trip with NBA Cup Game Against Magic
Friday’s game between the Boston Celtics and the Orlando Magic kicks off at 7 p.m. at the Kia Center in Orlando. This matchup is part of the NBA Cup Group B.
The Celtics start a three-game road trip with two back-to-back games versus the Magic; only Friday’s game counts toward the NBA Cup, while Sunday’s does not.
Team Form and Key Player Updates
- The Celtics recently won 136-107 against Washington but have lost two of their last three games.
- Orlando has struggled lately, losing five of their last seven games, including a recent loss to Atlanta on Tuesday.
- Xavier Tillman will miss Friday’s game for personal reasons.
- Orlando’s Moritz Wagner will be out due to a knee injury.
Additional Game Information
- Tipoff time: 7 p.m. (Kia Center, Orlando)
- Over/under: 4-5 for last 10 games, 4-6 overall
- Season records: Celtics 3-5, Magic 4-4
Friday’s game, which tips off at 7 p.m., is an NBA Cup Group B game.
Both teams look to improve their standing as the Celtics aim to gain momentum early in their road stretch.
Author’s summary: The Boston Celtics start a critical three-game road trip with an NBA Cup game against the Magic, featuring key player absences and fluctuating recent performances on both sides.