Philadelphia 76ers vs Orlando Magic: Winner Gets No. 7 Seed in NBA Playoffs

The Philadelphia 76ers are playing the Orlando Magic on April 15th. The winner will be the No. 7 seed in the NBA playoffs.
By Newsroom | Sports, Basketball |

The NBA Play-In Tournament’s second day is underway, featuring the Philadelphia 76ers hosting the Orlando Magic. The winner of this contest secures the No. 7 seed in the Eastern Conference, earning a first-round playoff berth against the Boston Celtics. The losing team will face another elimination game on Friday, battling the Charlotte Hornets for the final shot at the No. 8 seed.

The game tipped off in Philadelphia with the score tied at 2-2 early in the first quarter, following an opening field goal from Desmond Bane. This matchup follows a dramatic first day of the tournament, setting a high bar for subsequent games.

STAKES HIGH FOR BOTH FRANCHISES

For the 76ers, this game represents a chance to solidify their playoff presence after closing the regular season with two consecutive wins, a rebound from a prior three-game losing streak. The Magic, meanwhile, are contending for a playoff spot while continuing their search for the franchise's first championship.

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SCHEDULE SHIFT AND BROADCAST DETAILS

The Philadelphia 76ers' game against the Orlando Magic was moved to Wednesday, April 15th. This shift from the usual Tuesday slot for No. 7 vs. No. 8 matchups provided the 76ers with an extra day of rest, a benefit attributed to the Philadelphia Flyers having an arena conflict on Tuesday. Broadcasts of the game are available globally, including via Amazon Prime Video and NBA League Pass in the US, with varied international coverage.

CONTEXT OF THE PLAY-IN FORMAT

This encounter is part of a broader tournament designed to determine the final playoff seeds. The loser of the 76ers-Magic game will enter a secondary playoff game against the loser of another contest involving the Portland Trail Blazers and Phoenix Suns, with the victor of that game claiming the eighth seed. The Los Angeles Clippers and Golden State Warriors are also participating in the tournament's evening schedule.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is happening between the Philadelphia 76ers and the Orlando Magic on April 15th?
The 76ers are hosting the Magic on April 15th in a play-in game. The winner will get the No. 7 seed in the Eastern Conference playoffs.
Q: Who will the winner of the 76ers vs Magic game play next?
The team that wins will play against the Boston Celtics in the first round of the NBA playoffs.
Q: What happens to the team that loses the 76ers vs Magic game?
The losing team will have another chance to make the playoffs. They will play against the Charlotte Hornets for the No. 8 seed on Friday.
Q: Why was the 76ers vs Magic game moved to April 15th?
The game was moved to Wednesday, April 15th, because the Philadelphia Flyers had a conflict with the arena on Tuesday. This gave the 76ers an extra day to rest.
Q: Where can I watch the 76ers vs Magic game?
The game is available to watch globally. In the US, you can watch it on Amazon Prime Video and NBA League Pass.