Boston Celtics criticize Orlando Magic’s physicality after another injury in Game 3 loss

Magic coach doesn’t care about Celtics’ physicality complaints

ORLANDO — The Celtics haven’t been happy with what they’ve viewed as over-the-top physicality from the Magic in their first-round playoff series. Orlando couldn’t care less — and doesn’t plan on changing its approach. “I don’t think much of it,” Magic head coach Jamahl Mosley said before Game 4 on Sunday. “I really just focus on our team and how we can continue to play and do the things that we need to do to do the things that we need to do to b…

Anthony Black grows more comfortable as series vs. Boston progresses

With Game 3 between the Magic and the Celtics tied at 22 late in the first quarter, Anthony Black flipped a switch out of a Boston timeout. The second-year pro picked up full-court defense, jumped ahead and stole the inbounds pass from Celtics forward Sam Hauser for an easy layup. Moments later, Black picked off NBA Sixth Man of the Year Payton Pritchard and was fouled near midcourt. The officials ruled it a clear-path foul and Black went 1 of 2…

Celtics irked by Magic’s physical play during NBA playoff series: ‘It’s not basketball’

The Orlando Magic's physicality has been bothersome for the Boston Celtics.

Celtics prepared to put up fight vs. physical Magic in Game 4

The Orlando Magic can even their Eastern Conference first-round playoff series when they meet the visiting Boston Celtics in Game 4 on Sunday night.

Jayson Tatum Sends Blunt Six-Word Message on NBA Refs After Celtics' Loss to Magic

Jayson Tatum sent a six-word message to the refs after their loss to the Magic.

Celtics sound off on Magic's physicality, flagrants: 'There might be a fight break out'

The Orlando Magic have not been shy about exerting physicality against the Boston Celtics in their first-round playoff series. Jaylen Brown's comments Friday night suggest that the defending champions have had enough.