The Philadelphia 76ers and the Orlando Magic go head-to-head in one of the most pivotal matchups of the 2026 NBA Play-In Tournament. Both teams finished the regular season at 45–37, and the winner punches their ticket to the first round of the playoffs as the No. 7 seed in the East. The stakes are high, the tension is real, and someone’s season is on the line.
Game Details: Date, Time, Venue & Live Streaming
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Date: Wednesday, April 15, 2026
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Tip-off Time: 7:30 PM ET
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Venue: Wells Fargo Center, Philadelphia.
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Exclusive Live Stream: Amazon Prime Video
This NBA Play-In Tournament is the first one that is going to be aired exclusively on Prime Video, so it is a totally streaming event and no traditional cable TV channel will be broadcasting the game.
You can watch the game if you have a Prime Video subscription. Fans from abroad who wish to watch the game can check their regional NBA League Pass plans to see if they have access available.
Injury Report: Who’s In and Who’s Out?
GettyMagic star Paolo Banchero
The injury landscape heading into this game is massive, especially on the Philadelphia side.
Philadelphia 76ers:
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Joel Embiid – OUT (Post-Appendectomy Surgery Recovery) — Embiid underwent an appendectomy last week, and ESPN’s Shams Charania confirmed he will not play in the Play-In Tournament at all
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Johni Broome – OUT (Right Knee Surgery Recovery)
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Tyrese Maxey – Available (Right Finger Tendon Strain; playing with a splint)
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Trendon Watford – Probable (Illness)
Orlando Magic:
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Jett Howard – Questionable (Left Ankle Sprain)
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Jonathan Isaac – Questionable (Left Knee Sprain)
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Wendell Carter Jr. – Available (Nasal Fracture; wearing a face mask)
Match Preview: Maxey vs. Banchero
This game is a great fight between two distinct styles of play. Orlando offers size, power, and excellent defense, which can help them slow down Philadelphia, which is in great form, scoring over 116 points and shooting more than 47% in its last 10 games.
The Magic’s Paolo Banchero is their main player, running the offense and also creating problems for the opponents in the post.
Philadelphia, on the other hand, relies on its guards, with Tyrese Maxey leading the way as the premier shot creator and Paul George as the excellent floor spacer. The Sixers have a 23–18 record at home this season, which gives them a real edge in a game this close. However, the absence of Embiid in front of the basket will make it easier for Orlando’s big men to get the rebounds. Getting control of the rebounds and minimizing the second-chance points will be the biggest issues for Philadelphia.
Prediction: Sixers Take a Gutsy Win at Home
GettyHow To Watch 76ers Vs. Magic
The 76ers win the match, but it could be ugly. Tyrese Maxey could score 35+ points in a do-or-die game, convincing everyone of his ability to lead the team in Embiid’s absence.
The Sixers’ usual home-court advantage, Maxey’s knack for being clutch, and Paul George’s calmness coming from many pressure-filled moments give the edge to a very well-coached Magic team.
Prediction: Philadelphia 76ers 112, Orlando Magic 106.
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