The Boston Celtics exhibited a dominant performance against the Orlando Magic, winning 120-89 and advancing to the next round of the playoffs. Coach Joe Mazzulla emphasized the importance of winning Game 5 despite the physical toll the series took on his team, particularly on players like Jaylen Brown and Jayson Tatum, who faced injuries.

Tatum was instrumental in the victory, scoring 35 points while demonstrating resilience despite physical challenges from the Magic. Brown echoed the sentiment of learning valuable lessons from this series, highlighting the need to adapt to physical play and overcome opponents' strategies that aim to neutralize their strengths.

As the Celtics gear up for their next matchup, which could be against the Detroit Pistons or New York Knicks, they will utilize the few days of rest to recover from the grueling series. The experience gained from battling through the physicality of the Magic will be crucial as they aim for a deeper playoff run, with aspirations of defending their championship title.