Osceola Magic Host Game 1 of NBA G League Finals Tuesday

The Osceola Magic secured their spot in the NBA G League Finals by defeating the Maine Celtics 135-122 in the Eastern Conference Finals, with standout performances from guard Mac McClung, who scored 42 points, and Myron Gardner, who contributed 17 points and 11 rebounds. The victory marked the second time in franchise history that Osceola has reached the G League Finals, following their championship win in the 2020-21 season. The Magic faced a brief challenge when the Celtics took a 79-78 lead in the third quarter, but McClung quickly regained the lead, leading Osceola to maintain their advantage throughout the game. JD Davison, the Celtics' G League MVP, had an impressive showing with 34 points but could not prevent the defeat. Osceola will face the Stockton Kings in the championship series, with Game 1 set for Tuesday at Silver Spurs Arena. The team's strong performance was attributed to excellent teamwork and the support of a passionate home crowd.