It’s not now or never, but it’s pretty close.
The Philadelphia 76ers (45-37) are set to host the Orlando Magic (45-37) in South Philly on Wednesday night, with a chance for either team to secure a spot in the NBA playoffs. The battle for the fifth and sixth seeds in the Eastern Conference came down to the wire for a handful of teams to end the regular season, but the Toronto Raptors and Atlanta Hawks ultimately came away with the automatic bids.
The Magic had a legitimate shot at finishing as the No. 7 seed in the East but couldn’t get the job done in the regular-season finale against a Boston Celtics team that was without the majority of its regulars. Instead, the Sixers handled the Giannis-less Milwaukee Bucks on the season’s final day and earned the opportunity to host Wednesday night’s play-in tournament game at Xfinity Mobile Arena rather than having to go on the road to Florida.
Magic vs. 76ers Play-In Game Info
- 📍 Where: Xfinity Mobile Arena, Philadelphia, PA
- 📅 Date: Wednesday, April 15
- ⏰ Start Time: 7:30 PM ET
- 📺💻 TV/Streaming: Prime Video
Magic vs. 76ers Play-In Current Odds
Hard Rock Bet Sportsbook lists the 76ers as slight favorites at home for this play-in matchup, but it’s worth noting that the Magic enter as winners of five of their last six games:
- Moneyline: 76ers -120, Magic +100
- Spread: 76ers -1.5 (-110), Magic +1.5 (-110)
- Total: Over 223.5 points (-115), Under 223.5 points (-105)
Top 5 Most-Bet Player Props for ORL-PHI
The Sixers continue to be without seven-time All-Star and former MVP center Joel Embiid after undergoing surgery for appendicitis on April 9, but Wednesday night’s play-in game between Orlando and Philadelphia still offers plenty of talent in the player prop markets. Below are the top five most-bet player props heading into tip-off:
- Tyrese Maxey to Record 25+ Points
- Paolo Banchero to Record 20+ Points
- Paul George to Record 15+ Points
- Paolo Banchero to Record 15+ Points
- Franz Wagner to Record 15+ Points
As expected, the top scoring options for both teams are generating the most attention for this Eastern Conference showdown.
Magic-76ers Key Injuries & Availability
Make sure to keep an eye on injury reports and availability as game time approaches, as late changes can significantly impact basketball betting markets.
Magic Injury Report
- Jett Howard: QUESTIONABLE (ankle)
- Jonathan Isaac: QUESTIONABLE (knee)
76ers Injury Report
- Trendon Watford: PROBABLE (illness)
- Joel Embiid: OUT (abdomen)
- Johni Broome: OUT (knee)
Magic vs. 76ers Play-In Game Stakes and Playoff Implications
After a tough loss to end the season and missing out on hosting Wednesday night’s play-in game, the Magic will look to put that one in the rearview mirror and punch their ticket to the playoffs for the third consecutive year. The Sixers are focused on overcoming the loss of Embiid and securing a playoff spot in front of their home crowd.
The winner earns a playoff spot as the No. 7 seed, while the loser will have one last opportunity at a postseason berth, facing the Charlotte Hornets, who won a thrilling play-in game to eliminate the Miami Heat on Tuesday night, for the eighth and final spot in the Eastern Conference.
Check Hard Rock Bet Sportsbook for updated odds and player props before placing your wager.
Referenced odds are subject to change.
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