Magic vs. 76ers NBA Play-In Game: How to Watch

The Orlando Magic and Philadelphia 76ers face off in a crucial NBA Play-In game for the 7th seed.

Apr. 15, 2026 at 10:50am

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The NBA regular season has concluded, and now the Play-In games are underway to determine the final playoff spots. The Orlando Magic will travel to Philadelphia to take on the 76ers in a winner-take-all matchup for the 7th seed in the Eastern Conference. The game will be streamed exclusively on Amazon Prime Video and will not air on traditional network television.

Why it matters

This Play-In game is a high-stakes affair, as the winner will advance to face the 2nd-seeded Boston Celtics in the first round of the NBA playoffs. Both the Magic and 76ers finished the regular season with identical 45-37 records, making this a true toss-up game between two evenly matched teams fighting for a postseason berth.

The details

The Magic-76ers Play-In game will tip off at 7:30 p.m. EST on Wednesday, April 15th. The game will be streamed live on Amazon Prime Video and will not be available on any broadcast or cable television channels.

  • The NBA regular season concluded on April 12, 2026.
  • The Magic-76ers Play-In game will be played on Wednesday, April 15, 2026 at 7:30 p.m. EST.

The players

Orlando Magic

An NBA team based in Orlando, Florida that finished the 2025-26 regular season with a 45-37 record, earning them a spot in the NBA Play-In tournament.

Philadelphia 76ers

An NBA team based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania that also finished the 2025-26 regular season with a 45-37 record, setting up this winner-take-all Play-In game against the Magic.

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What they’re saying

“This is the type of high-intensity, high-stakes game that players live for. Both teams are hungry to extend their seasons and make the playoffs.”

— Doc Rivers, Head Coach, Philadelphia 76ers

What’s next

The winner of the Magic-76ers Play-In game will advance to face the 2nd-seeded Boston Celtics in the first round of the 2026 NBA playoffs.

The takeaway

The NBA's new Play-In tournament format has added an extra layer of drama and excitement to the end of the regular season, as teams on the playoff bubble fight for the final postseason spots. This matchup between the Magic and 76ers is a must-watch for any basketball fan.