The Celtics are heavy favorites heading into their NBA Playoffs first-round matchup with the Magic — and no one seems more aware of that than the Magic themselves. But don’t confuse that with self-doubt.
Orlando may have finished the regular season at .500 and had to fight through the Play-In Tournament, but they’ve won 10 of their last 13, including a commanding 25-point win over Atlanta to seal their postseason spot.
Confidence? It’s peaking, according to Kentavious Caldwell-Pope, who says the team’s belief is “at an all-time high” as they gear up for Sunday’s Game 1.
The Celtics, who racked up 61 wins following last year’s championship run, won’t be taken lightly. But Orlando’s prep this week has been calm and calculated — more film than full-court sprints, more focus on mindset than muscle. The goal? Show up with the right approach before worrying about Boston’s.
Here is everything you need to know in order to listen to Celtics vs. Magic in the 2025 NBA Tournament.
Celtics vs. Magic radio station
- National radio stations: SiriusXM channel 82, 86
- Celtics radio stations: 98.5 The Sports Hub
- Magic radio stations: FM 96.9 The Game (WYGM)
You can listen to the Celtics vs. Magic live on SiriusXM. Team broadcasts will be available on channels 82 (Celtics) and 86 (Magic).
Basketball fans in the local markets can listen to the game on 98.5 The Sports Hub and FM 96.9 The Game (WYGM).
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Celtics vs. Magic start time
- Date: Sunday, April 20
- Time: 3:30 p.m. ET | 12:30 p.m. PT
Celtics vs. Magic will tip off at 3:30 p.m. ET
The game will be played at TD Garden in Boston, Massachusetts.
Celtics vs. Magic schedule
| Date | Game | Time (ET) | TV/Live stream |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr. 20 | Game 1 at Boston | 3:30 p.m. | ABC, Sling |
| Apr. 23 | Game 2 at Boston | 7 p.m. | TNT, Sling |
| Apr. 25 | Game 3 at Orlando | 7 p.m. | ESPN, Sling |
| Apr. 27 | Game 4 at Orlando | 7 p.m. | TNT, Sling |
| Apr. 29 | Game 5* at Boston | 1 p.m. | Sling |
| May 1 | Game 6* at Orlando | 1 p.m. | Sling |
| May 3 | Game 7* at Boston | 1 p.m. | Sling |
* If necessary
NBA Playoffs schedule, key dates for 2025
Here are the key dates to know for the NBA Playoffs and offseason. Some series start dates could move up depending on when previous series end.
| Event | Dates |
|---|---|
| Play-In Tournament | April 15-18 |
| First round begins | April 19 |
| Conference semifinals begin | May 5-6 |
| NBA Draft Lottery | May 12 |
| Western Conference finals begin | May 20 |
| Eastern Conference finals begin | May 21 |
| NBA Finals begin | June 5 |
| NBA Finals Game 7 (if necessary) | June 22 |
| NBA Draft in Brooklyn | June 25-26 |
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