Boston Celtics vs Orlando Magic final injury report (April 9, 2025): Is Jayson Tatum playing tonight?

The Boston Celtics will be without star forward Jayson Tatum for their matchup against the Orlando Magic on Wednesday due to a left ankle sprain. Tatum joins a lengthy injury list for the Celtics, who are already locked into the Eastern Conference’s No. 2 seed and are resting key players ahead of the playoffs.

Boston’s overtime win over the New York Knicks on Tuesday improved their record to 59-20, but the team is taking a cautious approach with injuries. Alongside Jayson Tatum, Derrick White (left ankle sprain), Jrue Holiday (right shoulder impingement), Al Horford (right knee sprain), and Kristaps Porzingis (return from illness reconditioning) are all out. Jaylen Brown is listed as questionable with a right knee posterior impingement.
With most of their starters sidelined, the Celtics will rely heavily on reserves against Orlando. The Magic, fighting to secure the No. 7 seed, are also dealing with injuries, including season-ending setbacks for Jalen Suggs (left knee) and Moe Wagner (torn ACL).


Jayson Tatum’s absence is notable, given his role as Boston’s leading scorer. The ankle sprain isn’t considered serious, but with playoff positioning settled, the Celtics have no reason to rush him back. If Orlando advances past the Play-In Tournament, these teams could meet again in the first round.

Wednesday’s game tips off at 7 p.m. ET in Orlando, marking the Magic’s final home game of the regular season. Fan Appreciation Night will also honor longtime PA announcer Paul Porter, who is retiring after 36 years with the franchise.
For now, Boston’s focus shifts to health management, while the Magic aim to clinch a postseason berth. Jayson Tatum’s status will be closely monitored as the playoffs approach.
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