POSTGAME: Tyrese Maxey, 76ers LOCK IN 7th Seed, Will Host Magic | PHLY Sixers Podcast

The PHLY Sixers Podcast wraps up the 2025-26 regular season with a celebratory postgame show, confirming the Philadelphia 76ers as the 7th seed in the Eastern Conference after a 126-106 win over the Milwaukee Bucks. The team secured their playoff berth thanks to a crucial Celtics victory over the Orlando Magic, which locked in the 7-8 play-in matchup. Tyrese Maxey delivered a standout performance, scoring 21 points with a dominant 16-point third quarter, proving his ability to carry the team despite a lingering pinky injury. The show highlights Maxey’s resilience, the emergence of rookie point guard Vijay Edgecombe (11 assists), and the importance of bench contributions from players like Quentin Grimes and Justin Edwards. With the play-in game set for Wednesday night at 7:30 PM in South Philadelphia, the team and fans are focused on a decisive win over the Orlando Magic, a team seen as a manageable opponent despite their occasional shooting bursts. The episode also features emotional tributes to retiring PA announcer Matt Cord, who has been a staple of the Wells Fargo Center for 28 years, and a bittersweet farewell to Doc Rivers, who is departing the Bucks after a 32-50 season. The hosts emphasize the importance of winning the play-in game to avoid a second contest and to position the Sixers favorably for a potential matchup with the Boston Celtics in the first round.