Orlando Magic defeat Boston Celtics, 117-96

ORLANDO, Fla. - This has been a postseason on the brink for the Celtics.

After a first-round series with Chicago that was the most closely contested in league history, the Celtics have played in three blowouts against the Orlando Magic, falling behind in the series after a 117-96 defeat in Game 3 last night.

The Magic took control from the start and can move within a game of eliminating the Celtics in Game 4 tomorrow. The question for the Celtics will be which defensive...

Source: Frank Dell'Apa, Globe Staff Added by: Boston.com