In Game 1 of the Magic’s playoff series against the Celtics, Paolo Banchero delivered an impressive performance, outscoring Boston’s stars, yet the Magic lost 103-86 due to a lack of support from the rest of the team. Banchero and Franz Wagner accounted for 80.2% of Orlando’s points, but the Celtics’ depth and talent overwhelmed them, exposing the Magic’s limitations. To extend the series, the Magic need additional players to step up, as Banchero’s individual brilliance alone is insufficient against the defending champions.
