NBA: Boston Celtics Favored Against Orlando Magic

Celtics Aim for Third Straight Win

The Boston Celtics will look to extend their winning streak to three games when they visit the Orlando Magic on Friday, December 15. The Celtics are coming off a 122-116 victory over the Miami Heat on Thursday, while the Magic have lost two straight games, including a 113-109 defeat to the Chicago Bulls on Wednesday.

Celtics Heavily Favored

The Celtics are heavy favorites in this matchup, entering the game as 4.5-point favorites. The over/under for the game is set at 225.5 points.

The Celtics have been one of the most impressive teams in the NBA this season, with a record of 18-5. They are led by Jayson Tatum, who is averaging 30.4 points per game, and Jaylen Brown, who is averaging 25.6 points per game.

The Magic have also been a surprise team this season, with a record of 16-7. They are led by Paolo Banchero, who is averaging 20.1 points per game, and Franz Wagner, who is averaging 19.0 points per game.

Injury Report

The Celtics will be without Robert Williams III (knee) and Danilo Gallinari (knee). The Magic will be without Markelle Fultz (toe) and Wendell Carter Jr. (foot).

Prediction

The Celtics should be too much for the Magic in this matchup. Tatum and Brown are one of the best duos in the NBA, and the Celtics have a much deeper roster than the Magic. I predict the Celtics will win by double digits.