The Boston Celtics bring a 3-1 lead into a decisive Game 5 of the first round of the NBA Playoffs. The Celtics are double-digit, 11.5-point favorites in the matchup, which airs on NBA TV, NBCS-BOS, and FDSFL at 8:30 p.m. ET.
Watch the NBA, other live sports and more on Fubo. What is Fubo? Fubo is a streaming service that gives you access to your favorite live sports and shows on demand. Use our link to sign up.
Celtics vs. Magic Predictions for Tuesday
Our computer model for this matchup predicts a final result of Celtics 114, Magic 102.
- Moneyline Pick: Celtics (-680)
- Total Pick: Over 198.5 (computer predicts 216.3 points)
- Pick ATS: Celtics (-11.5)
Recent Celtics vs. Magic Matchups
| Date | Favorite | Spread | Total | Favorite Moneyline | Underdog Moneyline | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4/27/2025 | Celtics | -7.5 | 199.5 | -353 | +278 | 107-98 BOS |
| 4/25/2025 | Celtics | -5.5 | 200.5 | -216 | +180 | 95-93 ORL |
| 4/23/2025 | Celtics | -10.5 | 196.5 | -529 | +393 | 109-100 BOS |
| 4/20/2025 | Celtics | -12.5 | 205 | -893 | +592 | 103-86 BOS |
| 4/9/2025 | Magic | -8.5 | 206 | -357 | +283 | 96-76 ORL |
| 1/17/2025 | Celtics | -14.5 | 213.5 | -1149 | +720 | 121-94 BOS |
| 12/23/2024 | Celtics | -10 | 213.5 | -386 | +303 | 108-104 ORL |
| 12/17/2023 | Celtics | -8.5 | 227.5 | -366 | +289 | 114-97 BOS |
| 12/15/2023 | Celtics | -5.5 | 225.5 | -215 | +178 | 128-111 BOS |
| 11/24/2023 | Celtics | -5.5 | 221 | -215 | +174 | 113-96 ORL |
Celtics 2024-25 Betting Trends
- So far this season, Boston has put together a 39-43-0 record against the spread.
- The Celtics are 12-20 against the spread when favored by 11.5 points or more this season.
- A total of 37 of Boston's 82 games with a set total have hit the over (45.1%).
- This season, the Celtics have won 60 out of the 78 games, or 76.9%, in which they've been favored.
- Boston has a record of 22-5, a 81.5% win rate, when it's favored by -680 or more by bookmakers this season.
Magic 2024-25 Betting Trends
- Orlando's ATS record is 41-41-0 this season.
- The Magic are winless against the spread (0-2) when playing as at least 11.5-point underdogs.
- The teams have combined to hit the over in 35 of Orlando's 82 games with a set total.
- The Magic have been the moneyline underdog 36 total times this season. They've finished 10-26 in those games.
- Orlando has not yet won a game when entering as a moneyline underdog with odds of +489 or longer in two chances.
Looking for NBA tickets? Head to StubHub today and see your team live.
Celtics vs. Magic Injury Report
Celtics
Celtics:
Jaylen Brown: Questionable (Knee),
Jrue Holiday: Out (Hamstring)
Magic
Magic:
Moritz Wagner: Out For Season (Knee),
Jalen Suggs: Out For Season (Quadricep)
Celtics vs. Magic Game Time and TV Channel
- Game day: Tuesday, April 29, 2025
- Game time: 8:30 p.m. ET
- TV channel: NBA TV, NBCS-BOS, and FDSFL
- Location: Boston, Massachusetts
- Arena: TD Garden
- Live stream: Watch this game on Fubo (Regional restrictions may apply)
Sign up for NBA League Pass to get access to games, live and on-demand, and more for the entire season and offseason.