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Celtics to take on Orlando Magic in first round of NBA Playoffs

The Celtics finally have their first-round opponent set.

Boston will take on the Orlando Magic in the opening round of the NBA Playoffs, with Game 1 set for Sunday at TD Garden. A start time for Sunday’s series opener has not been announced.

The Magic earned their matchup against the defending NBA champions on Tuesday by defeating the Atlanta Hawks, 120-95, in the NBA Play-In Tournament. Cole Anthony led the way for Orlando with 26 points off the bench.

As a result of Tuesday’s victory, the Magic claim the No. 7 seed in the Eastern Conference and will now take on the No.