The Orlando Magic's defense was stifling, fighting through customary poor shooting to bring a dogfight to the defending champions. While that's usual f

Paolo Banchero dismisses silver linings after Orlando Magic’s first-round playoff loss to the defending champion Boston Celtics.

Paolo Banchero and the Orlando Magic failed to extend the series on Tuesday against the Boston Celtics. They dealt with a dominant 120-89 loss to the defending champions to end their 2025 NBA playoff run. After Orlando's elimination, Banchero had a strong message to the public.