The Boston Celtics took over in the second half of the team's Game 1 clash with the Orlando Magic in the playoffs, winning by the final score of 103-86. Led by 46 combined points from Derrick White and Jaylen Brown, the Celtics outscored the Magic 55-37 in the second half after facing a one-point deficit at halftime.

Derrick White was the surprise offensive star for Boston, leading the team with a game-high 30 points in the playoff opener. Payton Pritchard added 19 points off Boston’s bench while Jayson Tatum (17 points, 14 rebounds) chipped in with a double-double in the win. Paolo Banchero led all scorers with 36 points for the Magic in the setback.

The Boston Celtics used a big second half surge to lead them to a Game 1 playoff victory over the Orlando Magic.