The Orlando Magic face the Philadelphia 76ers in a pivotal play-in matchup, but momentum favors Philadelphia after Orlando’s late season collapse. Despite missing Joel Embiid, the Sixers lean on Tyrese Maxey and home court. Orlando has the edge on paper, but inconsistency and potential mental carryover make them vulnerable.

LA is in a much better situation health wise. They just beat these Warriors on the final day of the regular season by 5 points without Kawhi Leonard. He’s expected back in the line-up, after resting for the past 5 days. We might see a highlight or two by Stephen Curry here, but I don’t think the Warriors have enough to compete. There’s a reason why this team finished 37-45 SU this season. I’ll be backing the Clippers to advance.

The Orlando Magic face the Philadelphia 76ers in a pivotal play-in matchup, but momentum favors Philadelphia after Orlando’s late season collapse. Despite missing Joel Embiid, the Sixers lean on Tyrese Maxey and home court. Orlando has the edge on paper, but inconsistency and potential mental carryover make them vulnerable.