The Celtics routed the Magic 120-89 in Game 5 to eliminate Orlando and advance to the Eastern Conference semifinals, where they’ll face either the New York Knicks or the Detroit Pistons. Jayson Tatum was terrific again for Boston,

Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum (0) drives to the basket against Orlando Magic center Wendell Carter Jr. (34) during the first half in Game 5 of a first-round NBA playoff basketball series, Tuesday, April 29, 2025, in Boston. (AP Photo/Charles Krupa) AP

The first half encapsulated the entirety of the series before this decisive Game 5, but the second -- oh, the second.