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Written by Ryan Leaver, Senior Sports and Betting Editor
Our expert prediction for Wednesday's Orlando Magic vs Boston Celtics Game 2 matchup.
NBA Playoffs action continues on Wednesday at 7:00PM ET as the Orlando Magic lock horns with the Boston Celtics in the 2025 NBA Playoffs at TD Garden.
Based on updated simulation results and today’s injury reports, Dimers' proven NBA model (see Dimers Pro for full access) projects the Celtics as the most likely winner of Game 2.
"Our team has simulated the outcome of Wednesday's Orlando-Boston game 10,000 times," said Damien Souness from Dimers.
"With the latest updates and numerous other variables, we estimate the Celtics' chance of winning at 78%, with the Magic at 22%."
This prediction follows the latest NBA Injury Report, which suggests the Celtics lineup will feature players like Jaylen Brown, Kristaps Porzingis and Derrick White, while the Magic will rely on Paolo Banchero, Franz Wagner and Wendell Carter.
For expanded analysis of Wednesday's matchup, including an expanded look at the predicted score, best bets and player prop picks, visit our interactive Magic vs. Celtics predictions page.
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Using trusted machine learning and data, we have simulated the result of Wednesday's NBA Playoffs game between the Magic and Celtics 10,000 times as part of our NBA predictions coverage.
Our leading predictive model gives the Celtics a 78% chance of defeating the Magic in Game 2 of the series. Our predicted final score has the Celtics winning 104-94.
According to our model, the Magic (+10.5) have a 55% chance of covering the spread, while the 196.5-point over/under has a 56% chance of going over.
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Magic vs. Celtics Game 2 Odds
We have sourced the best NBA odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Magic | Celtics |
|---|---|---|
| Spread | +10.5 (-108) | -10.5 (-105) |
| Moneyline | +385 | -475 |
| Total | o196.5 (-105) | u196.5 (-110) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
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Magic vs. Celtics Picks and Best Bets for Game 2
Our model's biggest edge in today's Magic vs. Celtics matchup is on the spread.
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Magic vs. Celtics Game 2 Player Props
Betting on Magic vs. Celtics NBA prop bets? We have crunched the numbers to project how each team's leading players will perform at TD Garden.
Paolo Banchero is expected to lead the Magic with 26 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists, while Jaylen Brown is projected to have 21 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists for the Celtics.
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Magic vs. Celtics Game 2 Updates and Essential Details
Wednesday's Game 2 between the Celtics and Magic in the NBA Playoffs is scheduled to begin at 7:00PM ET.
- Who: Orlando Magic vs. Boston Celtics
- Date: Wednesday, April 23, 2025
- Time: 7:00PM ET/4:00PM PT
- Venue: TD Garden
- NBA Playoffs Bracket: Updated NBA Playoffs bracket and schedule
The NBA Playoffs is an annual elimination tournament held to decide the league's champion.
A total of 16 teams, including the Magic and Celtics, made the NBA Playoffs 2025, which spans four rounds: the First Round, Conference Semifinals, Conference Finals, and NBA Finals.
Each round is played as a best-of-seven series, with the first team to four wins advancing to the next round until a champion is crowned. Dimers.com's full preview of Wednesday's Magic vs. Celtics matchup includes our prediction, picks and the latest betting odds.
Before making any Orlando vs. Boston picks, be sure to check out the latest NBA predictions and betting advice from Dimers Pro.
Conclusion
We predict the Celtics, with a 78% win probability, will likely beat the Magic on Wednesday.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Magic vs. Celtics insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are sourced from the latest data to help you make informed decisions. For additional resources and advice on responsible gambling, please call 1-800-GAMBLER.
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