Holiday played in 36 minutes in the Game 2 victory, finishing with 11 points, four rebounds and six assists. He actually looked spry as he showed that by rising for a rare dunk in Game 2. The C’s starter also changed the complexion of Game 1 when he put together a great stretch in the third quarter.

The Celtics struggled to replace injured guard Jrue Holiday in their Game 3 loss to Orlando. Will he be back for Game 4?

BOSTON — As the Celtics walked toward their tunnel at halftime Sunday afternoon, the crowd didn’t seem to know how to react. A few fans clapped. Most others stayed silent. Across the arena, nerves hid the postseason excitement that was so present earlier in the game.