The Orlando Magic will face the Atlanta Hawks in the 2025 NBA Play-In Tournament, with the winner securing the No. 7 seed in the Eastern Conference playoffs and facing the Boston Celtics in the first round. The Magic, with a 41-41 record, are favored by 5 points, boasting the league’s top defense, while the Hawks, at 40-42, rely on Trae Young’s scoring prowess. The model predicts a low-scoring game, with the Magic’s defensive strength potentially giving them the edge.
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In a thrilling playoff play-in game, the Golden State Warriors secured the No. 7 seed in the West by defeating the Memphis Grizzlies 104-101, thanks to standout performances from Jimmy Butler III, who scored 38 points, and Stephen Curry, who added 37. Despite a sluggish start, the Warriors relied on solid defense and timely scoring in the clutch, overcoming Memphis's late surge led by Desmond Bane's 30 points. The Warriors will now face the Houston...
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