Orlando Magic vs Philadelphia 76ers

The game is set for October 10, 2025, with tip-off at 7:00 PM ET. It will be played at the Xfinity Mobile Arena in Philadelphia, as the Sixers host the Magic in one of their final preseason games. The game will be televised (or streamed) via NBC Sports Philadelphia and NBA TV.

The Orlando Magic will be missing Jalen Suggs and Moritz (Moe) Wagner, both ruled out with knee issues. Other regulars like Franz Wagner are listed as probable and may or may not play. On the Sixers’ side, several key names are inactive: Joel Embiid and Paul George are expected to sit out. Also out or questionable are VJ Edgecombe (hip soreness), Quentin Grimes, Trendon Watford, Jared McCain, and Kyle Lowry. Because of these absences, Philadelphia 76ers will rely more heavily on Tyrese Maxey, Kelly Oubre Jr., Dominick Barlow, and other bench or rotation players to fill in the gaps.

Magic head coach Jamahl Mosley is likely to push his healthier roster to set an early tone. With their key contributors available (Paolo Banchero, Desmond Bane, Wendell Carter Jr., Tyus Jones), they may lean into transition offense and inside-out play, targeting the weakened Philly frontcourt. On the Sixers’ side, coach Nick Nurse has talked about encouraging more ball movement and spreading responsibilities, especially in Embiid’s absence. The Sixers may try to crash the glass aggressively on offense and use smaller, more versatile lineups, while hoping to force turnovers and disrupt Orlando’s flow.

Previews emphasize the contrast in health: Orlando is viewed as the healthier squad, giving them a clear early advantage. Many media outlets note that Philadelphia enters this game with a depleted roster, placing more pressure on Maxey and the younger players to show they can carry the load. Some analysts suggest that this game is less about the stars and more about depth, chemistry, and how coaches handle adversity. There is also attention on Edgecombe’s availability and how players like Barlow and Kelly Oubre Jr. can step up in bigger roles.

In studio discussions, many analysts project Orlando to carry momentum and leverage their health advantage. Some see the Sixers fighting hard but likely falling short unless Philadelphia’s role players overperform. Others argue that the game will reveal how deep Philly is, and whether Nurse’s adjustments with limited personnel can keep them competitive. A recurring theme is: can Philadelphia’s second-tier players produce under pressure, and can Orlando exploit mismatches given their fuller roster? Some analysts also view this as a test run—if Orlando looks sharp now, it builds confidence heading into the regular season. Meanwhile for Philly, a poor showing would raise questions about their depth and readiness.

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