Orlando Magic seized an early lead against the Boston Celtics, finishing the first quarter 31-27, propelled by Paolo Banchero's 13 points. Orlando's defense was pivotal, especially during a 12-0 run late in the quarter. Anthony Black contributed off the bench, showcasing his skills with a steal and a subsequent alley-oop dunk. Meanwhile, Jayson Tatum, initially questionable due to a wrist injury, returned to play effectively, scoring 13 points for the Celtics. However, Boston faced a setback with Jrue Holiday sidelined due to a hamstring strain.

The Magic displayed improvement in Game 2 but ultimately fell short as the Celtics’ depth shone through, led by Jaylen Brown's 36-point performance. Kristaps Porzingis added 20 points, while Payton Pritchard came off the bench to contribute 14. The Celtics’ defensive strategies disrupted Orlando’s rhythm, forcing them to rely heavily on their star players, particularly Banchero and Franz Wagner, who need support from their role players to stay competitive.