The Celtics' top-tier depth was tested in Game 1. They passed easily.
Despite an off game by Jayson Tatum and Kristaps Porzingis, while Jaylen Brown didn't score at his usual clip, Boston easily put away Orlando in Game 1 of their best-of-seven series.
The Celtics got a major lift from many in Game 1 against Orlando, including Derrick White (center). Photo by Maddie Meyer/Getty Images.
BOSTON — Minimizing Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown’s scoring, along with keeping Kristaps Porzingis from having a big game, were high atop the Orlando Magic’s Game 1 wish list.
They did all three - and still lost by a decisive 103-87 margin.
So goes the challenge of trying to upend the defending NBA champion Boston Celtics, a team that has shown the ability to contain and crush foes all season - with or without their best players clicking.
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