The Boston Celtics are back in the NBA playoffs and will try to defend their title in 2025. Up first for the reigning champs is a first-round series against the Orlando Magic and Boston took care of business at home in Games 1 and 2.

The win made it a 3-1 series lead for the Celtics. It was far from a dominant showing for Boston as Orlando's physical defense helped it stay in the game until the final moments. It was a two-point game heading into the final minutes,

The No. 7-seed Orlando Magic, down 3-1 in the series, look to stave off elimination when visiting the No. 2-seed Boston Celtics Tuesday evening at TD Garden. Here's a look at the essential game information,

Warriors star forward Jimmy Butler returns after sustaining a pelvic contusion in frightening fall during Game 2 on Wednesday.

Jimmy Butler shined in his return from injury, and the Golden State Warriors held off the Houston Rockets 109-106 in a feisty showdown Monday night.