Franz Wagner Shines as Magic Secure 7th Seed with Dominant Victory Over Hawks

The NBA Playoffs are looming closer than anticipated, with the playoff picture nearly taking shape in both the Eastern and Western Conferences.

In their bid to secure a matchup against the Boston Celtics as the 7th seed in the First Round of the Playoffs, the Orlando Magic confidently claimed a 120-95 victory over the Atlanta Hawks on their home court.

Franz Wagner played a crucial role in the win, achieving a double-double with 13 points and 13 rebounds, along with contributing 3 assists and 2 steals.

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Cole Anthony stood out as the top scorer for the Magic, racking up 26 points, while Paolo Banchero contributed significantly with 17 points, 9 rebounds, and 7 assists, and Wendell Carter Jr. added 19 points and 7 rebounds to the scoreline.

It was an exciting matchup featuring two European players with high stakes, as Franz Wagner faced off against Zaccharie Risacher, the first overall pick in the 2024 NBA Draft. The French prospect recorded 7 points and 3 rebounds in the contest.

As the Magic prepare for their series against the defending champions, the Atlanta Hawks will await their next opponent, either Chicago or Miami, in the subsequent game of the Play-Ins.

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