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Magic Eyeing Play-in With Crucial Mavs Clash
4 Apr
Summary
- Orlando Magic aim for playoff seeding against struggling Dallas Mavericks.
- Magic are currently ninth in Eastern Conference play-in standings.
- Key players missing for both Orlando and Dallas due to injuries.
The Orlando Magic are embarking on a short two-game road trip, beginning Friday night against the Dallas Mavericks. Orlando is seeking to bolster its position in the Eastern Conference playoff picture, currently holding the ninth spot. The team's recent performance has been inconsistent, with a significant loss to Atlanta following a victory over the Suns.
The Mavericks are in a slump, having dropped their last two contests and winning only once in their previous eight games. Their playoff aspirations have long since faded, and they are playing out the remainder of the season with numerous players sidelined due to injuries. This includes key contributors like Kyrie Irving and Dereck Lively II.
Orlando also faces its share of injury concerns, with Anthony Black, Colin Castleton, and Jonathan Isaac listed as out. Despite these absences, the Magic are favored by oddsmakers to win on Friday night. This matchup is particularly important for Orlando, as they aim to secure a better seed for the upcoming play-in tournament.
