The defending NBA Champions are back in action on Friday, Jan. 17 when the Boston Celtics host the Orlando Magic at TD Garden in Boston.

The Milwaukee Bucks list Giannis Antetokounmpo and Khris Middleton on the injury report ahead of their matchup against the Toronto Raptors.

Coming off its worst loss of the season, Boston got 30 points from Jason Tatum and a strong all-around effort from brown to thump Orlando at TD Garden.

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The reigning NBA champion Boston Celtics return to TD Garden Friday night still looking for consistent traction as they get set to host the Orlando Magic.

Boston Celtics center Kristaps Porzingis, right, looks to shoot against Orlando Magic forward Tristan da Silva during the first half of an NBA basketball game, Monday, Dec. 23, 2024, in Orlando, Fla. (AP Photo/John Raoux) (AP Photo/John Raoux)

As one of several NFL players to have experience in basketball, Baltimore Ravens wide receiver Zay Flowers may have something to say about one of the oldest deb

What to Know Stay with NBC Sports Boston after the game for complete coverage on Celtics Postgame Live. Al Horford (toe) and Kristaps Porzingis (injury management) will not play for the C’s. The Celtics (29-12) are the No.

With a lackluster defense, the Atlanta Hawks won't be able to hold down Kristaps Porzingis and the Boston Celtics as Faria targets the Over in his points prop.

The Raptors have agreed to a 10-day contract with Robinson, Michael Scotto of USA Today reports. After being waived by the Kings on Jan. 7, Robinson has found a new home in the NBA, inking a short-term deal with the Raptors.

The Milwaukee Bucks have been excellent in first quarters lately, and this could be a game-changer for them if they do it consistently.