Celtics Seek to Outshine Magic's Tricks at TD Garden

The Boston Celtics are gearing up for a pivotal playoff showdown against the Orlando Magic at TD Garden. With a commanding 2-1 series lead, the Celtics have demonstrated their prowess on both ends of the court. However, maintaining this momentum will be crucial as they aim to secure another victory in front of their home crowd.

Boston's Offensive Strategies

In Game 2 on April 23, the Celtics showcased their offensive depth with a balanced scoring attack that resulted in a 109-100 win over ORL. Their ability to spread the floor and capitalize on second-chance opportunities was evident as they outscored ORL by 20 points off turnovers. The C's bench also played a significant role, contributing 16 points and providing much-needed support for the starters.

To continue this success, BOS must focus on efficient ball movement and minimizing turnovers. In Game 3 on April 25, they struggled with ball security, committing 21 total turnovers which allowed ORL to stay competitive despite shooting only 41 percent from the field.

Defensive Prowess vs. Orlando

Defensively, BOS has been effective in limiting ORL’s fast-break opportunities and controlling the paint. In Game 1 on April 20, they held ORL to just four fast-break points while dominating inside with a defensive rating of under one point per possession.

However, containing Paolo Banchero remains critical as he poses a constant threat with his scoring ability and playmaking skills. The C's defense must remain disciplined and avoid unnecessary fouls that could give ORL easy points from free throws.

As BOS prepares for Game 4 scheduled for May 3 at TD Garden at 1:00 PM EDT fans can catch all the action live on NBC Sports Boston or tune into national broadcasts available through various networks.

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