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Written by Ryan Leaver, Senior Sports and Betting Editor
Our expert prediction for Tuesday's Orlando Magic vs Boston Celtics Game 5 matchup.
The Boston Celtics and Orlando Magic are scheduled to meet in the 2025 NBA Playoffs at TD Garden on Tuesday, starting at 8:30PM ET.
Based on the latest simulations and today’s injury updates, Dimers' proven NBA model (see Dimers Pro for full access) predicts the Celtics as the most likely winner of Game 5.
"Our team has analyzed the latest data and conducted 10,000 simulations for Tuesday's Orlando-Boston game," said Damien Souness from Dimers.
"By incorporating recent updates and various factors, our prediction shows the Celtics with a win probability of 81%, compared to 19% for the Magic."
This prediction follows the latest NBA Injury Report, which suggests the Celtics lineup will feature players like Jayson Tatum, Jaylen Brown and Kristaps Porzingis, while the Magic will be led by Paolo Banchero, Franz Wagner and Wendell Carter.
For a closer look at Tuesday'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 statistical analysis, we have simulated the outcome of Tuesday's NBA Playoffs game between the Magic and Celtics 10,000 times as part of our NBA predictions coverage.
Our independent predictive model currently gives the Celtics an 81% chance of beating the Magic in Game 5 of the series. Our predicted final score has the Celtics winning 105-95.
According to our model, the Magic (+11.5) have a 55% chance of covering the spread, while the over/under total of 199.5 points has a 55% chance of going over.
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Magic vs. Celtics Game 5 Odds
We have researched the best NBA odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Magic | Celtics |
|---|---|---|
| Spread | +11.5 (-110) | -11.5 (-105) |
| Moneyline | +500 | -650 |
| Total | o199.5 (-110) | u199.5 (-108) |
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 5
Our model's biggest edge in today's Magic vs. Celtics matchup is on the moneyline.
Our expert predictions, matched against the latest odds, reveal the best NBA picks and NBA best bets for every game throughout the season.
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Magic vs. Celtics Game 5 Player Props
Looking for Magic vs. Celtics NBA prop bets? We use the best information available to project how each team's leading players will perform at TD Garden.
Paolo Banchero is expected to lead the Magic with 29 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists, while Jayson Tatum is projected to have 29 points, 10 rebounds and 6 assists for the Celtics.
Dimers Pro users can access a full range of player props and projected box scores, including points, assists, rebounds and more, for every NBA game this season.
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Magic vs. Celtics Game 5 Updates and Essential Details
Tuesday's Game 5 between the Celtics and Magic in the NBA Playoffs is scheduled to start at 8:30PM ET.
- Who: Orlando Magic vs. Boston Celtics
- Date: Tuesday, April 29, 2025
- Time: 8:30PM ET/5:30PM PT
- Venue: TD Garden
- NBA Playoffs Bracket: Updated NBA Playoffs bracket and schedule
The NBA Playoffs is an annual postseason tournament held to determine 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 of the NBA Playoffs is contested 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 in-depth preview of Tuesday'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 an 81% win probability, will likely beat the Magic on Tuesday.
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 drawn 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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