The Philadelphia 76ers triumphed over the Orlando Magic with a score of 109-97, securing their spot in the first round of the NBA playoffs against the Boston Celtics. Tyrese Maxey was the standout performer, scoring 31 points and leading a balanced attack where five players reached double figures. Rookie VJ Edgecombe made a significant impact with 19 points and 11 rebounds, while Andre Drummond contributed 14 points and 10 rebounds off the bench. This victory was particularly notable as the 76ers played without their star player, Joel Embiid, who is recovering from an appendectomy. The Magic, despite a valiant effort led by Desmond Bane's 34 points, will have one more opportunity to secure the eighth seed in the Eastern Conference when they face the Charlotte Hornets on Friday. The winner of that matchup will advance to play against the Detroit Pistons, the top seed in the East.