Boston Celtics vs Orlando Magic (12/23) game preview: Projected starters, prediction, best betting props, odds and betting lines, injury report, how to watch, and more

Raunak Bose / TIMESOFINDIA.COM / Dec 23, 2024, 18:48 IST

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The Boston Celtics are set to clash with the injury-ridden Orlando Magic at the Amway Center in Orlando tonight at 7 pm ET. The Celtics are favored, with key players like Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown expected to lead the charge. Fans can catch the action on fuboTV, NBA League Pass, and local networks.

Boston Celtics vs Orlando Magic (12/23) game preview: Projected starters, prediction, best betting props, odds and betting lines, injury report, how to watch, and more

Celtics meets the Magic (Image via Imagn)

Tonight's match - Boston Celtics vs Orlando Magic - will take place in Kia Center, in Orlando. The game will start at 7 pm ET and the Magics might have a hard time dealing with the Celtics given their long fight with injuries.
In this article, we will walk you through everything you need to know about the matchup, including injury reports, key players, broadcast details, and more.

Boston Celtics vs Orlando Magic: Projected starting five

Boston Celtics projected starting five

- G - Derrick White
- G - Jrue Holiday
- F - Jaylen Brown
- F - Jayson Tatum
- C - Kristaps Porzingis

Orlando Magic projected starting five

- G - Jalen Suggs
- G - Kentavious Caldwell-Pope
- F - Tristan Da Silva
- F - Wendell Carter Jr.
- C - Goga Bitadze
(Note: Projected starters are subject to change. This is not the finalized roster and this applies to both the teams playing tonight.)

Boston Celtics vs Orlando Magic: Key players to watch

Key players to watch tonight (Image via Getty)

Boston Celtics key players

- Jayson Tatum
- Jaylen Brown

Orlando Magic key players

- Jalen Suggs
- Wendell Carter Jr.

Boston Celtics vs Orlando Magic: Injury report

Boston Celtics injury report

- Sam Hauser (GTD, Back)

Orlando Magic injury report

Player	Number/Position	Status	Injury
Paolo Banchero	#5 / F	OUT	Oblique
Gary Harris	#14 / G	GTD	Hamstring
Mac McClung	#8 / G	OUT	Leg
Jalen Suggs	#4 / G	GTD	Ankle
Moritz Wagner	#21 / F-C	OFS	Knee
Franz Wagner	#22 / F	OUT	Oblique

Boston Celtics vs Orlando Magic: Team stats

Statistic	Boston Celtics	Orlando Magic
Record	22-6	18-12
Standings	2nd	4th
Home/Away	11-2	11-2
Offensive Rating	3rd	23rd
Defensive Rating	8th	3rd
Net Rating	3rd	8th

Boston Celtics vs Orlando Magic: Previous matchups

In a recent matchup on December 17, 2024, the Celtics defeated the Magic 114-97. Jaylen Brown was the highest scorer of the game with 31 points.

Boston Celtics vs Orlando Magic: Leading players

Statistic	Boston Celtics	Orlando Magic
Points	Jayson Tatum (28.8)	Paolo Banchero (29.0)
Rebounds	Jayson Tatum (9.3)	Paolo Banchero (8.8)
Assists	Jayson Tatum (5.7)	Franz Wagner (5.7)

Boston Celtics vs Orlando Magic: Moneyline and odds

Franz Wagner of Orlando Magic (Image via Getty)

- Moneyline: Celtics (-450) vs Magic (+350)
- Spread: Celtics -9.5 (-110) vs Magic +9.5 (-110)
- Total (O/U): Celtics o214.5 (-110) vs Magic o214.5 (-110)
(Note: Odds are correct at the time of writing and likely to change. Keep an eye out for the recent odds)

Boston Celtics vs Orlando Magic: Betting tips

Jayson Tatum is priced at -117 on Caesars to score over 25.5 points, and he's anticipated to exceed this total. Similarly, Goga Bitadze is listed at -117 on Caesars to record over 9.5 rebounds. Given his expanded frontcourt role due to injuries, he’s expected to hit this mark.

Boston Celtics vs Orlando Magic: Prediction

The Magic have demonstrated amazing performance this season by battling through injuries and challenging matchups, but it's hard to pick them as the winner coming out on top against a fully healthy Celtics team. A double-digit victory for the Celtics seems likely tonight.

When and where is the Celtics vs Magic game? Date, time, and venue

The match between the Celtics and the Magic will take place on December 15, 2024, at 7:00 pm ET. It will take place at the Frost Bank Center in San Antonio.
Also read: Top 30 most valuable NBA teams of 2024

How to watch Boston Celtics vs Orlando Magic tonight: Streaming details and more

- Live Stream: fuboTV (Watch for free)
- NBA League Pass: NBA TV. Free trial
- National TV: N/A
- Home TV: FanDuel Sports Network - Florida
- Away TV: NBC SPORTS BOSTON
You can also buy the NBA League Pass to get the latest updates about all the games that take place today and henceforth.

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