The Boston Celtics kicked off their playoff journey with a strong second-half performance, overcoming a halftime deficit to defeat the Orlando Magic 103-86 in Game 1 of their first-round series. However, the game was marred by an injury to all-star Jayson Tatum, who hurt his right wrist after a hard fall following a foul from Kentavious Caldwell-Pope and Wendell Carter Jr. Despite scoring 17 points and grabbing 14 rebounds, Tatum seemed to favor his wrist as the game progressed.

Celtics coach Joe Mazzulla provided limited insight into Tatum's condition postgame, stating, "He's doing good" after Tatum had been seen heading for X-rays. The injury raises concerns for the Celtics as they prepare for Game 2, adding pressure to their repeat championship aspirations.