Boston Celtics star passes critical tests in series win over Magic

Boston Celtics guard Jaylen Brown (7) drives to the basket against Orlando Magic guard Kentavious Caldwell-Pope (3) during the first half in Game 5 of a first-round NBA playoff basketball series, Tuesday, April 29, 2025, in Boston. (AP Photo/Charles Krupa)APBOSTON — While Jaylen Brown was on the injury report ahead of multiple games against the Magic in the first round, the Celtics star expectedly suited up for every contest. So even though he’s dealt with a bone bruise in his right knee, these are the playoffs, so guys are playing through whatever’s slowing them down.

There have been times where Brown doesn’t look all the way himself as his explosiveness isn’t quite there. But there are…