Mon Apr 21 04:20:00 UTC 2025: ## Celtics and Magic Tip Off Playoffs in Boston Sunday
**Boston, MA** – The Boston Celtics and the Orlando Magic will clash in Game 1 of their first-round NBA playoff series this Easter Sunday, April 20th, at TD Garden. Tip-off is set for 3:30 PM EST. The heavily favored Celtics (61-21 regular season record) face a challenging start, however, as the status of star forward Jaylen Brown remains uncertain due to a knee injury. While coach Joe Mazzulla expresses confidence in Brown’s recovery, his absence could significantly impact Boston’s chances.
The game will be broadcast on ABC and can be streamed via Sling TV and YouTube TV. Radio coverage will be available on 98.5 FM The Sports Hub (Boston’s flagship station), with potential alternative coverage on ROCK 92.9 or WPRV 790 AM (Providence).
The matchup features a compelling offensive battle between two rising stars. Celtics forward Jayson Tatum averaged 26.8 points, 8.7 rebounds, and 6.0 assists this season, shooting 34.3% from three-point range and 45.2% from inside the arc. He’ll face off against Magic power forward Paolo Banchero, who averaged 25.9 points, 7.5 rebounds, and 4.8 assists, boasting similar shooting percentages (32.0% from three and 45.2% inside the arc). The outcome of this series hinges on Brown’s availability and the performance of these two key players.
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