Jayson Tatum scores 37 points to lead the visiting Boston Celtics over the Orlando Magic, 107-98, despite 37 from Paolo Banchero; Celts up 3-1 series

Celtics defeat Magic to take Game 4 / Headline SurferPhotos courtesy of Orlando Magic for Headline Surfer / TOP: No. 3 Kentavious Caldwell Pope hits a three with 4:42 left in the first half to pull the Magic closer, 46-41. Pope finished with eight points. The Celtics won the game, 107-98, on Sunday, April 27, 2025, in Orlando, Florida, to take a commanding 3-1 series lead.

By HENRY FREDERICK / Headline Surfer

ORLANDO, Fla. -- The visiting Boston Celtics defeated the Orlando Magic, 107-98, on Sunday at the Kia Center behind a game-high 37 points from Jayson Tatum to stake Boston to a commanding 3-1 series lead.

Tatum also had 14 rebounds, three assists, and three steals, and Jaylen Brown added 21 points and 11 rebounds.

The win moves the Celtics to a 3-1 lead in the series. Despite the loss, Paolo Banchero totaled 31 points and seven rebounds for the Magic. Franz Wagner contributed 24, and Cory Joseph added 12 for the Magic.

The win moves the Celtics to a 3-1 lead in the series. Despite the loss, Paolo Banchero totaled 31 points and seven rebounds for the Magic. Franz Wagner contributed 24, and Cory Joseph added 12 for the Magic.

The Celtics move to 3-1 in the best-of-seven series with Game 5 taking place in Boston on Tuesday.

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