The Celtics routed the Magic 120-89 in Game 5 to eliminate Orlando and advance to the Eastern Conference semifinals, where they’ll face either the New York Knicks or the Detroit Pistons. Jayson Tatum was terrific again for Boston,

The Boston Celtics pulled away after Magic star Paolo Banchero went to the bench with five fouls, beating Orlando 120-89 in Game 5 of their first-round playoff series.

Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum (0) drives to the basket against Orlando Magic center Wendell Carter Jr. (34) during the first half in Game 5 of a first-round NBA playoff basketball series, Tuesday, April 29, 2025, in Boston. (AP Photo/Charles Krupa) AP