Key Takeaways:
- Jaylen Brown notched 35 points and eight assists as Boston overcame Orlando 138-129
- Jett Howard achieved a season-high 30 points as the Magic, missing three of their top five scorers, saw their three-game winning run halted
- Boston converted 81.8% of their field goals in the second quarter, building a commanding 80-57 half-time advantage
Offensive Showcase in Boston
Jaylen Brown delivered a commanding performance for the Boston Celtics, finishing with 35 points and supplementing his efforts with eight assists as the hosts claimed a 138-129 win against the depleted Orlando Magic on Sunday night. Josh Minott was highly effective in the second quarter, adding 12 of his 16 points as Boston found their shooting rhythm to convert 18 of 22 shots for an 81.8% field goal percentage during that period.
Highest scoring game this year 👏#DifferentHere pic.twitter.com/jkziNqQCNI
— Boston Celtics (@celtics) November 24, 2025
Brown Leads as Celtics Weather Orlando Comeback
The Celtics, eager to bounce back after a tough defeat to Brooklyn on Friday, established a significant 26-point cushion in the third quarter. However, the Magic mounted a determined comeback, narrowing the margin to just six points in the final minute. Brown stemmed the tide with 12 consecutive points late in the game, ultimately securing Boston’s victory.
Magic Hampered by Absences but Battle Strongly
Orlando entered the contest without three of their top five scorers, yet Jett Howard shone with a season-best 30 points. Desmond Bane contributed 18 points while Franz Wagner added 15. The Magic, who had recently matched a franchise record with eight consecutive quarters scoring at least 30 points, saw that streak snapped in the opening frame when they managed just 27.
Key Second-Quarter Surge
The turning point arrived in the second quarter as Boston turned a narrow five-point lead into a formidable 80-57 advantage at the interval. Minott was flawless in his execution, making all five of his shots, including two from beyond the arc. Payton Pritchard, who finished with 19 points and eight assists, was instrumental in a 10-3 burst, notching a steal and a layup before draining a right-corner three-pointer just 11 seconds later. He capped the half with a mid-range jumper as part of Boston’s 48-point second-quarter haul.
| Team | Top Scorer | Points | Key Stats |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boston Celtics | Jaylen Brown | 35 | 8 assists, 81.8% FG in Q2, 26-point Q3 lead |
| Orlando Magic | Jett Howard | 30 | Three top scorers absent, 3-game win streak ended |
Coaches and Upcoming Fixtures
Orlando coach Jamahl Mosley returned to the sideline after illness kept him out for the second half of their latest win against the New York Knicks. The Magic next travel to face the Philadelphia 76ers on Tuesday as they continue their three-game road swing. The Celtics will welcome the Detroit Pistons on Wednesday.
