One particular instance was when the Celtics had the ball down two with 0.3 seconds remaining. Derrick White tried to throw a hail mary entry pass where center Kristaps Porzingis tried to catch the ball, but made some contact with Magic center Wendell Carter Jr. as time expired.

Boston Celtics stars criticized the Orlando Magic for being overly physical and NBA referees for not controlling the game on Friday after the Celts suffered their third injury in three games during a 95-93 Game 3 loss.

How much the refs permit Orlando's physical play could be the difference between a Boston win and a longer series -- and perhaps a fight, or worse.