Sixers top Magic to book NBA playoff clash with Celtics

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Apr 15, 2026
Apr 15, 2026

Andre Drummond celebrates a three-pointer with Philadelphia 76ers teammates Tyrese Maxey and Kelly Oubre Jr. during the Sixers' NBA play-in victory over the Orlando Magic — Andre Drummond celebrates a three-pointer with Philadelphia 76ers teammates Tyrese Maxey and Kelly Oubre Jr. during the Sixers' NBA play-in victory over the Orlando Magic
Emilee Chinn

Andre Drummond celebrates a three-pointer with Philadelphia 76ers teammates Tyrese Maxey and Kelly Oubre Jr. during the Sixers' NBA play-in victory over the Orlando Magic
Emilee Chinn

The Philadelphia 76ers held off the Orlando Magic 109-97 on Wednesday to book an NBA playoffs first-round meeting with the Boston Celtics.

Tyrese Maxey had 31 points to lead five Philadelphia players to score in double figures.

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