Coming off its worst loss of the season, Boston got 30 points from Jason Tatum and a strong all-around effort from brown to thump Orlando at TD Garden.

The reigning NBA champion Boston Celtics return to TD Garden Friday night still looking for consistent traction as they get set to host the Orlando Magic.

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The Milwaukee Bucks list Giannis Antetokounmpo and Khris Middleton on the injury report ahead of their matchup against the Toronto Raptors.

Boston Celtics center Kristaps Porzingis, right, looks to shoot against Orlando Magic forward Tristan da Silva during the first half of an NBA basketball game, Monday, Dec. 23, 2024, in Orlando, Fla. (AP Photo/John Raoux) (AP Photo/John Raoux)

The Toronto Raptors saw some impressive playmaking from RJ Barrett but Giannis Antetokounmpo proved too much in a Milwaukee Bucks victory on Friday

Two teams coming in off big wins match up on Friday night as the Milwaukee Bucks welcome the visiting Toronto Raptors. This is Game 3 of a four-game homestand for the Bucks.

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What to Know Stay with NBC Sports Boston after the game for complete coverage on Celtics Postgame Live. Al Horford (toe) and Kristaps Porzingis (injury management) will not play for the C’s. The Celtics (29-12) are the No.

Houston Rockets guard Jalen Green has a newfound rhythm in 2025, posting over 30 points per game so far in the new year. Green has been very impressive over the past few weeks, but he has still yet to enjoy even a winning season with the Rockets,

The Milwaukee Bucks have been excellent in first quarters lately, and this could be a game-changer for them if they do it consistently.