The defending NBA Champions are on the second half of a back-to-back on Saturday, Jan. 18 when the Atlanta Hawks visit the Boston Celtics at TD Garden in Boston.

After a tough defeat on the road their last time out, the Celtics look much better today on their home court. They are way out in front with a 96-76 lead over the Magic. The Celtics came into the matchup with some extra motivation after the loss they were dealt the last time these two teams faced off.

The Orlando Magic will face the Boston Celtics in this NBA matchup at the TD Garden on Friday, January 17th. WATCH: Magic vs Celtics Live | Stream free on Fubo

Should the Boston Celtics consider bringing star Boston big man Kristaps Porzingis off the bench? Such a suggestion might sound absurd at first glance, but in the context of how he has (not) fit as well with the starters as he has in the past,

While his substandard play has not been the primary reason that the Celtics have had some struggles in recent weeks, the combination of his fit with the team after coming in and out of the lineup and lingering health issues have combined to make reintegrating the Latvian center effectively something of a challenge for Boston.