Boston's offensive slump continued to hinder the team, with the Celtics shooting 28.8% from 3-point range as a collective. Mazzulla's roster hasn't been running many high-level actions in recent weeks. Rather, they've stuck to basic spread pick-and-roll and isolation plays after a lone ball screen.

A new blockbuster trade proposal has the Boston Celtics gaining an emerging center in exchange for guard Jaden Springer and a first round pick in the 2030 NBA D

During his time suiting up for Boston, Jackson wore only jersey No. 11 and put up 2.4 points and 1.1 rebounds per game.

The obvious issues include some bad shooting as a team from 3 and an obvious lack of focus and communication on the defensive end of the court.

Boston has struggled from motivation and a lack of continuity. Will they right the ship vs. a banged-up Magic?

After a tough defeat on the road their last time out, the Celtics look much better today on their home court. They are way out in front with a 96-76 lead over the Magic. The Celtics came into the matchup with some extra motivation after the loss they were dealt the last time these two teams faced off.

The Celtics haven't played well recently, but their record is only one win worse than what it was at this point last year.

The Boston Celtics entered Friday with the shortest odds on the board (+200) to win the NBA championship at ESPN BET.

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