The Boston Celtics head to Orlando on Sunday, Nov. 1, 2026, to play the Magic at 3:30 PM ET. Boston rides a four‑game winning streak, highlighted by a 125‑111 win over Chicago and a 134‑99 blowout earlier in the week, with Jayson Tatum and Paul George leading the charge. Orlando, fresh off a 121‑114 victory over Toronto but missing Paolo Banchero and Jalen Suggs, leans on Franz Wagner and Desmond Bane. The game airs on ABC, MagicTV 27/WRDQ, NBC Sports Boston and streams live on Fubo (free trial available).
Boston Celtics Daily Links (11/1/26) curates the latest buzz around a 4-1 start, highlighting the team’s upcoming road clash with the Orlando Magic. Key stories note the absence of a starting center (likely Neemias Queta) for the game, Jayson Tatum’s No. 9 ranking among the NBA’s top 100, and concerns over the Celtics’ interior play despite recent wins. The roundup also features previews, injury updates, coaching insights from Joe Mazzulla, and analyses of how players like Payton Pritchard and Paul George could reshape Boston’s season.
The Celtics head to Orlando on Nov. 1 without their starting center, as Boston (4‑1) rules out Neemias Queta for the road showdown against the Magic (2‑3). The preview highlights Jayson Tatum’s No. 9 ranking in the Top‑100 list, concerns over the big‑man rotation, and how coach Joe Mazzulla plans to adjust. Key storylines include Jaylen Brown’s recent controversy, Payton Pritchard’s defensive rise, and the impact of the center shortage on Boston’s early‑season surge. The entry also links to live coverage, injury reports, and analysis of the Celtics’ evolving defense and offense.
The Suns enter November with a 1-3 record and offensive woes, but a packed schedule offers a chance to turn things around. They host a seven‑game homestand from Nov 2‑15, facing the Warriors, Trail Blazers, Magic, Rockets, Spurs, Clippers, Hornets and Lakers, then embark on a five‑game road swing (Nuggets, Kings, Jazz, Pelicans, Rockets) that includes two NBA Cup matchups. Late‑month games pit Phoenix against rising stars Cooper Flagg and Darryn Peterson. With back‑to‑backs and limited travel, the Suns must find balance and depth to spark a win streak.
After a four-game homestand, the Boston Celtics are hitting the road again. They will head down to Florida to take down the Orlando Magic.
The Boston Celtics head into their November 1 matchup against the Orlando Magic without center Mitchell Robinson, who rests on the front end of the team's second back‑to‑back of the season. Robinson has posted 6.6 points and 4.6 rebounds in 20 minutes per game and said he’ll now be able to play such stretches in Boston. With most of the roster healthy except ill two‑way player Devin Carter, Neemias Queta is set to start, and Luka Garza should see increased minutes. The Celtics are 4‑1, riding a four‑game winning streak, while the Magic sit 2‑3 and are also dealing with injuries to Paolo Banchero, Jalen Suggs and Jonathan Isaac. The game tips off at 3:30 p.m. ET in Orlando.
The Celtics visit the Magic as Jayson Tatum and Paul George look to extend Boston's impressive start.
The Celtics (4‑1) head to Orlando for Game #6 on Nov. 1, seeking a fifth straight win. New Magic coach Sean Sweeney will debut against a Boston lineup anchored by Derrick White, Jayson Tatum and Paul George, while Neemias Queta likely starts at center after Mitchell Robinson rests. Orlando’s key absentees include Paolo Banchero (ankle) and Jalen Suggs (knee); Boston’s Devin Carter remains out with mononucleosis. Key matchup: Tatum vs Franz Wagner, who averages 20.8 points for the Magic. The game airs on NBCSB, DAZN, and NBA‑LP.
Scottie Barnes set a new career high, but Toronto couldn’t match Orlando’s 3PT barrage. They will need more balanced support to stay competitive without Kawhi.
The Celtics (4-1) travel to Orlando on Nov. 1 for Game 6 at 2:30 PM ET, aiming for a fifth straight win. Both teams face back‑to‑back stretches, with Boston heading to Houston next and Orlando hosting Washington. Boston holds a 79‑58 all‑time edge but is 27‑40 in Orlando. New Magic head coach Sean Sweeney replaces Jamahl Mosley, and former Celtic Nikola Vučević returns on a one‑year deal. Celtics likely start White, Walsh, George, Tatum and questionable Mitchell Robinson; Magic’s probable lineup features Richardson, Bane, Black, Wagner and Wendell Carter Jr., while Banchero, Isaac, Nelson, Penda and Suggs sit out. Key matchup: Tatum vs. Franz Wagner, who averages 20.8 points for Orlando. The preview outlines starter rotations, injury updates, and the upcoming schedule for both clubs.
The Boston Celtics list center Mitchell Robinson as questionable (rest) for Sunday’s game against the Orlando Magic, with Devin Carter still out due to illness. Robinson, who hasn’t missed a game this season, could sit out the back‑to‑back matchup but may return for Monday’s contest versus the Houston Rockets. He’s averaging 6.6 points and 4.6 rebounds in 20 minutes, down from 8.8 rebounds last year, and the team has been outscored by 26 points when he’s on the floor. Coach Joe Mazzulla says roster decisions will depend on health and competitiveness.
Scottie Barnes explodes for a career‑high 41 points, yet the Toronto Raptors fall 119‑112 to the Orlando Magic, dropping to 3‑2 overall and 0‑1 in the NBA Emirates Cup. Jakob Poeltl finally breaks out with a 12‑point, 11‑rebound double‑double, while Immanuel Quickley adds 17 points, six boards and eight assists. RJ Barrett fizzles with just nine points, and the Raptors struggle beyond Barnes despite Ja’Kobe Walter’s efficient 3‑for‑5 three‑point shooting. Orlando counters with 20‑plus outings from Desmond Bane, Wendell Carter Jr. and Franz Wagner.
The Minnesota Timberwolves sit at 3‑2 after five games, flashing a potent new‑look roster anchored by LaMelo Ball and Anthony Edwards. Edwards drops 45 points in a 131‑106 win over the Miami Heat, while Ball contributes 21 points and six assists. The Wolves dominate the Orlando Magic and Toronto Raptors, then fall in overtime to Cleveland and lose to Golden State as Stephen Curry erupts for 44. They rank fourth in offense (120.4 ppg, 114.8 offensive rating) and second in defense (102.5 rating), boasting a +12.4 net rating. Key contributors include TJ Shannon Jr., Jonathan Kuminga and Rudy Gobert, despite injuries to Kawhi Leonard and Anthony Edwards.
Scottie Barnes explodes for a career‑high 41 points in the Raptors' 121‑114 loss to the Magic, while Jakob Poeltl posts his first double‑double of the season. The Pacers rely on Andrew Nembhard's 22‑point, nine‑assist effort in a 145‑125 defeat to the Heat, but injuries leave Indiana shorthanded. Meanwhile, the Hornets shoot just 30% in a 95‑79 loss to the Wizards, despite Brandon Miller's 19 points, and struggle defensively as Anthony Davis tallies 25 and 13 for Washington. The roundup previews Toronto's upcoming game against the Lakers on Sunday.
The Toronto Raptors lose their NBA Cup opener to the Orlando Magic despite Scottie Barnes posting a career‑high performance. The Magic’s adjustments and questionable officiating gave them the edge, and the Raptors fell behind early, rendering Barnes’ heroic effort insufficient to secure a win.
Scottie Barnes erupts for a career‑high 41 points in the Raptors' 112‑106 loss to the Orlando Magic on Oct. 31, 2026. In 39 minutes he shoots 19‑of‑34, adds five rebounds, five assists and two steals, while teammates Immanuel Quickley (17) and Collin Murray‑Boyles (15) also hit double figures. Despite the defeat, Toronto improves to 3‑2, sitting fourth in the East and eyeing a marquee pairing with Kawhi Leonard when healthy. The Raptors next face the Los Angeles Lakers on Nov. 1 at 9 p.m. ET.
Klay Thompson ignites Miami with five 3‑pointers in the third quarter of a 145‑125 win over Indiana, finishing with 25 points as Giannis Antetokounmpo (31‑18‑10) and Bam Adebayo (27) lead the Heat to their second straight victory after an 0‑4 start. Orlando’s Anthony Black rebounds from a 30‑point loss, posting 17 points, 10 assists and a perfect three‑point night in a 121‑114 redemption win over Toronto, while Franz Wagner adds 26. Boston’s Jayson Tatum contributes 26 points and key screens in a 125‑110 triumph over the Bulls, prompting Bulls coach Tiago Splitter to praise the Celtics’ off‑ball play. The roundup highlights standout performances and key moments across the Heat, Magic and Celtics.
Scott Lee Barnes drops a career‑high 41 points in a 30‑point loss to the Orlando Magic, but says he can’t celebrate. After the game, Barnes admits his aggressive approach and poor free‑throw ratio (2‑of‑3) left him frustrated, noting the Raptors’ foul disparity (15 FT vs. Magic’s 29) and questionable officiating. Despite the loss, he stresses the need to move on as Toronto heads into its west‑coast road trip, beginning with the Lakers. The article also mentions contributions from Immanuel Quickley, Collin Murray‑Boyles and rookie Allen Graves, and highlights Mayor Olivia Chow’s re‑election night backdrop.
Allen Graves had an awesome impact in the first half, but Darko Rajakovic cut his minutes short, which may have cost the Raptors a win against the Magic.
Scottie Barnes pours in a career‑high 41 points, yet the Toronto Raptors fall to a hot‑shooting Orlando Magic 112‑107 on Oct. 30, 2026. Desmond Bane erupts early, hitting four straight threes and the Magic dominate the paint, with Jakob Poeltl grabbing his first double‑double of the season. The game turns physical, racking up 40 fouls in three quarters and sparking a scuffle between RJ Barrett and Bane. Despite Barnes’ efficient mid‑range and three‑point work, the Raptors miss open looks from RJ Barrett and Immanuel Quickley, and the loss leaves them scrambling to find consistent offense beyond star nights.
The Orlando Magic outslug the Toronto Raptors 121‑114 on Oct. 31, 2026. Scottie Barnes leads the Magic with a career‑high 41 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists, while Jakob Poeltl adds a double‑double (12 points, 11 rebounds) and solid interior play. RJ Barrett struggles for the Raptors, managing just 9 points on 3‑of‑10 shooting, and Immanuel Quickley’s 17 points aren’t enough to offset the loss. Despite a late triple from Ja'Kobe Walter, Toronto can’t close the gap as Orlando’s defense clamps down on drives and forces turnovers. The win highlights the Magic’s physicality and Barnes’ dominant performance.
Scottie Barnes delivers a career‑night performance, scoring 28 points with 12 rebounds, but the Raptors fall 112‑106 to the Orlando Magic on Oct. 31, 2026. coach Darko and Sweeney discuss the difficulty of winning back‑to‑back games, noting adjustments and foul trouble for Jae Richardson and Gary Murray‑Boyles. Toronto’s elite defense, which leads the league in steals and deflections, is stifled as Orlando shoots 60% from three (24‑9) and dominates the free‑throw line. Despite strong play from Jakob Poeltl early and a 27‑31 first‑quarter stretch, the Raptors' half‑court offense stalls, leaving Barnes’ effort insufficient for the win.
Scottie Barnes erupts for a career‑high 41 points in the Raptors’ Friday night win over the Orlando Magic, shattering his previous high of 36 set midway through the fourth quarter. His scoring spree helps Toronto erase a near‑10‑point deficit before Immanuel Quickley’s three gives the Raptors the lead. The 41‑point outburst marks Barnes’s 16th 30‑point/5‑rebound/5‑assist game, tying DeMar DeRozan for fourth‑most in franchise history, and his 24 first‑half shot attempts match an NBA record from the play‑by‑play era. The game was posted on October 31, 2026.
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The Toronto Raptors open NBA Cup Group Play with a 30‑point win over a shorthanded Orlando Magic and now face a second‑round showdown that could cement their return to the knockout round. Missing only Kawhi Leonard and rookie center Nate Bittle, Toronto relies on Scottie Barnes’s All‑Star form (20+ ppg, recent double‑double) and the expanded role of Ja’Kobe Walter, while hoping center Jakob Poeltl regains shooting confidence. Their group includes the Bucks, Pistons—who pose the toughest test with strong interior play—and the Nets, positioning the Raptors as early favorites without Leonard. A win tonight tightens the lineup before a three‑game Western road trip against the Lakers, Nuggets and Clippers.