The Orlando Magic defeated the Atlanta Hawks 120-95 in the first game of the NBA play-in tournament on Tuesday night, securing the seventh seed in the Eastern Conference and advancing to the first round of the playoffs. Magic secure playoff spotLocal perspective:In Tuesday night's game, the Magic was off to a solid start and built a 32-17 lead in the opening quarter. Although Atlanta cut Orlando's lead to three points in the third quarter, the Magic then outscored Atlanta 41-22 in the final quarter. ORLANDO, FL - APRIL 15: Paolo Banchero #5 of the Orlando Magic drives to the basket during the game against the Atlanta Hawks during the 2025 SoFi Play-In Tournament on April 15, 2025 at Kia Center in Orlando, Florida. Orlando Magic season ticket holders are given first priority for postseason tickets.