Celtics Rest Starters, Magic Secure Seventh Seed

In preparation for the playoffs, the Boston Celtics chose to rest their key players, including Jayson Tatum, Jaylen Brown, and Kristaps Porzingis, during their recent game against the Orlando Magic. As a result, their second-string team suffered a 96-76 defeat, allowing the Magic to clinch the seventh seed in the Eastern Conference. Despite the loss, the Celtics remain locked in as the second seed, focusing on the health of their players over setting a record for road wins. Meanwhile, the Indiana Pacers are keen to secure the fourth seed with a crucial upcoming game against the Cleveland Cavaliers, who are resting their starters such as Donovan Mitchell and Darius Garland. The Cavaliers have already secured the top seed, leaving them with little at stake in their final games. Both teams are strategically managing player health as they prepare for potential deep playoff runs.