ATLANTA, Georgia – The NBA Play-In Tournament for 2025 dey start on April 15, and everybody dey look forward to two big matchups for the 7 seed in both conferences. As the Orlando Magic go face off against Atlanta Hawks, the stakes high as the winner go qualify for the playoffs.
Dis game fit redefine season for both teams. Magic don dey play some solid basketball lately, winning 9 of 11 games, while the Hawks get their own issues this season. The Magic’s Paolo Banchero and Franz Wagner dey shine bright, averaging over 61 points per game against Atlanta. Meanwhile, Trae Young, the Hawks’ star player, dey lead his team with an impressive scoring average of 28.3 points against Orlando this season, making dis rivalry even more tense.
In the same fashion, the Golden State Warriors go go head to head with Memphis Grizzlies for the other 7 vs. 8 matchup. Golden State, led by the playoff-tested trio of Steph Curry, Klay Thompson, and Draymond Green, dey tangle with Ja Morant and the Grizzlies who no dey enter playoffs on a high note. Despite their struggles, Morant gets the skill to change the game, but Golden State get the experience.
Orlando Magic and Atlanta Hawks game go determine who faces Boston in the first round, while the winner between Warriors and Grizzlies go meet Houston. The matchup hinge on strategy and key players’ performances. Orlando’s physical gameplay could give them an edge, as they look to slow down Trae Young’s impact. “We have to play our game, especially on defense, to limit his opportunities,” Banchero said.
Meanwhile, Warriors coach Steve Kerr emphasize the importance of maintaining the right mindset heading into the contest. “These are the moments we train for. Our veterans know how to handle pressure,” he stated. As both matchups promise high stakes and intense competition, the road to the NBA playoffs begins this Tuesday with all eyes on the court.
