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Orlando Magic Secure No. 7 Seed With Dominant Play-In Win Over Hawks

Led by Cole Anthony's 26 points off the bench, the Magic defeated the Hawks 120-95 to advance to a first-round playoff series against the Boston Celtics starting Sunday.

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Magic center Wendell Carter Jr. reacts after making a three-pointer against the Hawks in the second quarter at Kia Center.
Trae Young #11 of the Atlanta Hawks dribbles the ball against Paolo Banchero #5 of the Orlando Magic during the fourth quarter at Kia Center on April 08, 2025 in Orlando, Florida.
The NBA Play-In Tournament gets underway with Hawks vs. Magic on Tuesday night. Orlando is the clear favorite at home in the battle for the 7-seed in the Eastern Conference.

Overview

  • The Orlando Magic clinched the Eastern Conference's seventh seed with a decisive 120-95 victory over the Atlanta Hawks in the NBA play-in tournament at the Kia Center.
  • Cole Anthony led the Magic's bench with 26 points and six assists, while Anthony Black contributed 16 points, showcasing the team's depth in a crucial game.
  • Starters Wendell Carter Jr. and Paolo Banchero also made key contributions, with Carter Jr. scoring 19 points and Banchero adding 17 points, nine rebounds, and seven assists.
  • Despite a third-quarter surge by the Hawks that cut the Magic's lead to three, Orlando dominated the fourth quarter, outscoring Atlanta 41-22 to secure the win.
  • The Magic will face the defending champion Boston Celtics in a best-of-seven first-round playoff series beginning Sunday, while the Hawks will compete for the final Eastern playoff spot on Friday.