The Boston Celtics, boasting a strong record of 22-6, will face off against the Orlando Magic, who hold an 18-12 record, in a highly anticipated matchup. Both teams enter this game on a one-game winning streak, showcasing their recent form. The Celtics lead the Eastern Conference with a conference record of 20-4 and remain undefeated in their division at 4-0. Meanwhile, the Magic sit atop their division with a conference record of 14-7 and a perfect 5-0 division record. Key players for the Celtics include Jayson Tatum, who leads the team with an average of 28.8 points per game, while the Magic will be without their leading scorer, Paolo Banchero, due to injury. This game promises to be a competitive clash between two top teams in the league.
Boston Celtics at Orlando Magic Game Information
Game Date: December 23, 2024
Game Time: 07:00 PM ET
TV Channel: FanDuel Sports Network Florida, NBC Sports Boston, NBA League Pass Channel 3
Location: Kia Center, Orlando, FL
Live Stream: Fubo (free trial)
Orlando Magic Team Statistics and Rankings
Win-Loss Record: 18-12
Conference Record: 14-7
Division Record: 5-0
Streak: 1 win
Boston Celtics Team Statistics and Rankings
Win-Loss Record: 22-6
Conference Record: 20-4
Division Record: 4-0
Streak: 1 win
Stat Leaders
Orlando Magic (18-12, #1 in division)
Points Leader: Paolo Banchero, 29 PPG
Rebounds Leader: Paolo Banchero, 8.8 RPG
Assists Leader: Franz Wagner, 5.7 APG
Steals Leader: Franz Wagner, 1.72 SPG
Blocks Leader: Goga Bitadze, 1.6 BPG
Boston Celtics (22-6, #1 in division)
Points Leader: Jayson Tatum, 28.8 PPG
Rebounds Leader: Jayson Tatum, 9.27 RPG
Assists Leader: Jayson Tatum, 5.7 APG
Steals Leader: Jaylen Brown, 1.17 SPG
Blocks Leader: Kristaps Porziņģis, 1.56 BPG
Orlando Magic Injury Report
Paolo Banchero – Oblique (Out) – Coach Jamahl Mosley said on Friday (Dec. 13) that Banchero did some conditioning and ball handling drills during Friday’s practice, per Philip Rossman-Reich of OrlandoMagicDaily.com. A timeline for his return to game action is unclear.
Franz Wagner – Oblique (Out) – Magic star forward Franz Wagner has suffered a torn right oblique and is out indefinitely, sources tell ESPN. Wagner sustained the injury Friday night and will be re-evaluated in four weeks, per ESPN’s Shams Charania.
Jalen Suggs – Ankle (Day To Day) – Suggs is listed as questionable for Monday’s (Dec. 23) game against Boston.
Gary Harris – Hamstring (Day To Day) – Harris is listed as questionable for Monday’s (Dec. 23) game against Boston.
Moritz Wagner – Knee (Out For Season) – Orlando Magic forward Moe Wagner has suffered a season-ending torn ACL in his left knee, sources told ESPN
Boston Celtics Injury Report
Sam Hauser – Back (Day To Day) – Hauser is listed as questionable for Monday’s (Dec. 23) game against Orlando.
Orlando Magic Upcoming 2024-2025 Schedule
December 23, 2024 vs Boston Celtics
December 26, 2024 vs Miami Heat
December 27, 2024 vs New York Knicks
December 29, 2024 vs Brooklyn Nets
January 01, 2025 at Detroit Pistons
January 03, 2025 at Toronto Raptors
January 05, 2025 vs Utah Jazz
January 06, 2025 at New York Knicks
January 09, 2025 vs Minnesota Timberwolves
January 10, 2025 vs Milwaukee Bucks
Boston Celtics Upcoming 2024-2025 Schedule
December 23, 2024 at Orlando Magic
December 25, 2024 vs Philadelphia 76ers
December 27, 2024 vs Indiana Pacers
December 29, 2024 vs Indiana Pacers
December 31, 2024 vs Toronto Raptors
January 02, 2025 at Minnesota Timberwolves
January 03, 2025 at Houston Rockets
January 05, 2025 at Oklahoma City Thunder
January 07, 2025 at Denver Nuggets
January 10, 2025 vs Sacramento Kings
