Jayson Tatum and the Boston Celtics fell short in Game 3 on the road, losing 95-93 to the Orlando Magic, who were powered by a combined 61 points from Franz Wagner and Paolo Banchero.

The first round of the 2025 NBA playoffs continues with Game 3 in the Eastern Conference between the Boston Celtics and the Orlando Magic on Friday. The Celtics are currently in a strong position, leading the best-of-seven series 2-0. However their star player, Jayson Tatum, is uncertain for Game 3 due to injury.

Jayson Tatum is in Boston's starting lineup Friday night for Game 3 of the Celtics' series against the Orlando Magic after missing a game with a bone bruise in his right wrist. Tatum was hurt in the series opener after a hard fall and sat out Game 2,