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76ers’ Andre Drummond left stunned by shots his 17-year-old self wouldn’t believe

The Philadelphia 76ers punched their ticket forward with a 109-97 win over the Orlando Magic, and Andre Drummond delivered the moment no one expected. With NBA Play-In pressure hanging over the night, the stakes felt heavy from the opening tip. Still, Drummond flipped the script late. He buried two three-pointers, including a dagger with 41.2 […] The post 76ers’ Andre Drummond left stunned by shots his 17-year-old self wouldn’t believe appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Magic’s Paolo Banchero reveals what went wrong in frustrating loss to 76ers

The Orlando Magic will have to go through a needle hole to qualify for the playoffs after they lost to the Philadelphia 76ers, 109-97, in the Play-In Tournament at Xfinity Mobile Arena on Wednesday. With the defeat, the Magic will face the Charlotte Hornets in a do-or-die affair for the last spot in the playoffs […] The post Magic’s Paolo Banchero reveals what went wrong in frustrating loss to 76ers appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Joel Embiid returning to bench a ‘huge lift’ for Tyrese Maxey, 76ers

When the Philadelphia 76ers announced their starting lineup for the seven-eight seed Eastern Conference Play-In game against the Orlando Magic, it did not feature franchise cornerstone Joel Embiid, who has been unable to play after emergency appendectomy surgery. Fortunately, for the first time since Embiid’s surgery, he was with the team and on the bench, […] The post Joel Embiid returning to bench a ‘huge lift’ for Tyrese Maxey, 76ers appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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VJ Edgecombe takes subtle jab at eliminated teams after 76ers clinch playoffs spot

While Tyrese Maxey will draw all of the headlines for his flashy efforts against the Orlando Magic in the Philadelphia 76ers Play-In Tournament win, VJ Edgecombe clocked in as a clear 1B, scoring 19 points in 42 minutes to help put Jamahl Mosley’s squad away. Asked how it felt to secure a playoff spot in […] The post VJ Edgecombe takes subtle jab at eliminated teams after 76ers clinch playoffs spot appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Tyrese Maxey Reveals Special Boost 76ers Got From Joel Embiid

Just two days before the Philadelphia 76ers tipped off against the Orlando Magic, key members of the Sixers wondered if Joel Embiid would be in attendance for the Play-In Tournament battle. One week ago, the Sixers learned that Embiid would need surgery due to appendicitis. He was ruled out for the final three games of […] The post Tyrese Maxey Reveals Special Boost 76ers Got From Joel Embiid appeared first on Heavy Sports.

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76ers’ Andre Drummond ‘not scared, worried’ about Celtics after win over Magic

Fans of the Philadelphia 76ers wasted no time calling out the Boston Celtics Wednesday night. Andre Drummond immediately turned the page to the highly anticipated NBA Playoffs contest. Philly scaled past the play-in hurdle by beating the Orlando Magic 109-97. Tyrese Maxey dropped 31 points and won the all-new Amazon Prime Playmaker chain. Those smiles […] The post 76ers’ Andre Drummond ‘not scared, worried’ about Celtics after win over Magic appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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2 Magic players most to blame for Play-In loss to 76ers

The Orlando Magic went all-in this season when they made a blockbuster trade with the Memphis Grizzlies for Desmond Bane. However, this season has not gone according to plan for the Magic, and they were passed in the Eastern Conference’s top six and found themselves in the Play-In Tournament. Now, the Magic will have just […] The post 2 Magic players most to blame for Play-In loss to 76ers appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Magic’s Franz Wagner breaks silence on friendly fire that caused injury

The Orlando Magic’s Play-In Tournament opener against the Philadelphia 76ers on Wednesday night was already a grueling uphill battle, but a late-game injury scare involving star forward Franz Wagner nearly turned a frustrating loss into a total catastrophe. As the clock ticked down at the Wells Fargo Center, Wagner and teammate Wendell Carter Jr. collided […] The post Magic’s Franz Wagner breaks silence on friendly fire that caused injury appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Nick Nurse hypes up 76ers-Celtics series ahead of first-round matchup

After recording a decisive, double-digit win over the Orlando Magic in their seven-eight Play-In Tournament showdown, fans of the Philadelphia 76ers were rightfully excited to see Tyrese Maxey and company get to work in the proper playoffs. Fans chanted “we want Boston” before the clock hit quadruple zeros, Maxey and Kyle Lowry shared a special […] The post Nick Nurse hypes up 76ers-Celtics series ahead of first-round matchup appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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76ers’ Tyrese Maxey might have accidentally revealed Kyle Lowry’s future after Magic win

The Philadelphia 76ers are hitting their stride at the perfect time, but Tyrese Maxey might have just let a massive secret slip during the post-game celebrations. Following a gritty 109-97 victory over the Orlando Magic, Maxey found himself sporting the “Playmaker Chain” and speaking to the media about the team’s frantic playoff push. While praising […] The post 76ers’ Tyrese Maxey might have accidentally revealed Kyle Lowry’s future after Magic win appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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76ers legend Allen Iverson has perfect reaction to Andre Drummond dagger vs. Magic

The Philadelphia 76ers earned the right to the No. 7 seed in the Eastern Conference Playoffs, defeating the Orlando Magic, 109-97, on Wednesday night. In what was a highly physical game that saw several technicals called, it was Andre Drummond of all players who put the game to bed. With just under a minute left […] The post 76ers legend Allen Iverson has perfect reaction to Andre Drummond dagger vs. Magic appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Tyrese Maxey, Kyle Lowry share special moment with Amazon Prime Playmaker chain

The Philadelphia 76ers engaged in a heated play-in opener with the Orlando Magic featuring one skirmish. But the Wednesday NBA Playoffs showdown ended with Tyrese Maxey and Kyle Lowry getting their hands on some bling via Amazon Prime. Both men enjoyed the 109-97 victory at the Wells Fargo Center. Maxey dropped 31 points to lead […] The post Tyrese Maxey, Kyle Lowry share special moment with Amazon Prime Playmaker chain appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Tyrese Maxey’s immediate reaction to 76ers’ play-in win vs. Magic

The Philadelphia 76ers are now in the playoffs after beating the Orlando Magic, 109-97, in the Play-In Tournament at Xfinity Mobile Arena on Wednesday. The seventh-seeded 76ers will face the second-seeded Boston Celtics in the first round. Tyrese Maxey starred for Philadelphia against Orlando, tallying a team-high 31 points, including seven straight in a pivotal […] The post Tyrese Maxey’s immediate reaction to 76ers’ play-in win vs. Magic appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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76ers fans want Boston after commanding Play-In win over Magic

Things got pretty interesting between the Philadelphia 76ers and Orlando Magic in the NBA Play-In tournament on Wednesday. VJ Edgecombe and Jalen Suggs got into a fight, resulting in a technical against Edgecombe. Also, Andre Drummond, of all people, hit a big shot before the half. The result was that the 76ers defeated the Magic […] The post 76ers fans want Boston after commanding Play-In win over Magic appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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NBA World Erupts Over Tyrese Maxey’s Performance vs Orlando Magic

Without Joel Embiid in the mix, the Philadelphia 76ers needed a superstar performance out of their two-time All-Star guard, Tyrese Maxey, on Wednesday. Hosting the Orlando Magic for the Eastern Conference Play-In Tournament’s battle for the No. 7 seed, the Sixers needed just one win, and they are in the playoffs. While shorthanded, the Sixers […] The post NBA World Erupts Over Tyrese Maxey’s Performance vs Orlando Magic appeared first on Heavy Sports.

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76ers’ Andre Drummond of all people drills trey vs. Magic before halftime

The Philadelphia 76ers are playing the Orlando Magic in an important NBA Play-in Tournament clash Wednesday night in the City of Brotherly Love, and among those the Sixers are counting on to deliver is veteran big man Andre Drummond. Philadelphia is seeing action without former NBA Most Valuable Player Joel Embiid in the fold after […] The post 76ers’ Andre Drummond of all people drills trey vs. Magic before halftime appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Fantasy Basketball 2026-27: The First 10 Players You Should Be Tracking Right Now

Not all fantasy basketball managers treat the end of the season the same way. Some need a few minutes to recap their season, either cursing their bad trades or celebrating their playoff titles. Some are ready to move right on and start planning for next season. If you’re the latter, you’re in luck. ...

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Fantasy Basketball 2026-27: Early Targets Based on Role Stability

Even as the regular season has wrapped up this April, many fans are looking at the playoffs, but the smartest managers are already looking ahead. In April 2026, the smartest fantasy basketball edge comes from identifying players with the clearest projected roles for 2026-27. While it is tempting to ...

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76ers’ Paul George Details How Much Better He Feels After 25-Game Suspension

For Philadelphia 76ers forward Paul George, being suspended 25 games for a violation of the NBA’s anti-drug policy was a blessing in disguise.Since returning from the suspension in late March, George has been feeling better both physically and mentally, and that’s been evident by his play on the court.The 10 games he’s played in since […] The post 76ers’ Paul George Details How Much Better He Feels After 25-Game Suspension appeared first on Heavy Sports.

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