Celtics defeat Magic 109-100 in playoffs without Tatum, while Rockets tie series against Warriors led by Green.

The Boston Celtics showcased their depth and resilience in the NBA playoffs, defeating the Orlando Magic 109-100 in Game 2, thus taking a commanding 2-0 lead in the series. Despite the absence of star forward Jayson Tatum, the Celtics delivered a strong performance, highlighted by Vagner`s efficient scoring in the post and Drew Holiday`s aggressive drives to the basket. The Celtics` defense was particularly impressive, effectively guarding the three-point line against a Magic team known for their long-range shooting.

In another playoff matchup, the Houston Rockets leveled their series against the Golden State Warriors at 1-1 after a convincing 109-94 victory in Game 2. Jalen Green was the standout performer for the Rockets, pouring in 38 points, including eight three-pointers, while Stephen Curry led the Warriors with 20 points.

Meanwhile, the Cleveland Cavaliers entered Game 2 of their series against the Miami Heat with a fully healthy roster, including star guard Darius Garland. The Cavaliers dominated Game 1 with a 121-100 victory, and they looked to extend their series lead against a Heat team missing key players like Terry Rozier and Kevin Love.

The current playoff standings show the Celtics leading the Magic 2-0, the Rockets and Warriors tied 1-1, and the Cavaliers leading the Heat 1-0. For more NBA scores, visit NBA scores.

#NBAPlayoffs,#Celtics,#Rockets,#Magic,#Cavaliers