Eastern Conference Playoffs Preview: The Magic of the Play-in Tournament and a Fight for Survival.

The Eastern Conference first-round playoff matchups are set, with the Chicago Bulls facing off against the Boston Celtics. The winner of this game will be the 8th seed, which will then go up against the defending Eastern Conference champions in a tough matchup. Meanwhile, the New York Knicks will take on the Milwaukee Bucks, with both teams vying for a spot in the playoffs.

The Magic will also be involved in a play-in tournament to determine their playoff fate, facing off against the Indiana Pacers in a series that could have a significant impact on the conference’s overall seedings. The Cleveland Cavaliers will also face off against an opponent yet to be determined, potentially making it through to the next round.

The Eastern Conference Play-in games are scheduled for Wednesday, April 17th, with matchups between Miami and Philadelphia as well as Atlanta and Chicago. The winner of the 9/10 game will then go up against the loser of the 7/8 game on Friday, April 19th. As we look ahead to these matchups, many believe that Joel Embiid will be ready to play despite injuries and Coach Nick Nurse has confirmed that Giannis Antetokounmpo’s health is uncertain for their upcoming series against Pacers.