NBA 2018/19: Easing Into The Final Playoff Spots In the East Conference

Orlando Magic

Nikola Vucevic is the big man in the middle that has to lead the way for this team

The Orlando Magic has been the quietest team to sneak into a favorable chance of making the playoffs.

During pre-season discussions, it's highly unlike that anyone would've picked the Magic to make the playoffs. While they are currently on the outside looking in, they have the easiest schedule remaining of those teams in the hunt.

Nikola Vucevic is the big man in the middle that has to lead the way for this team. Terrance Ross, Aaron Gordon, Evan Fournier, and D.J Augustin have also shined in their roles as well.

Another team with a better road record, the majority of their remaining games are also played on the role.

Of those remaining, the Magic will only face five teams that are above .500, and neither team is from the Western Conference. In fact, they will only face two teams out West: Memphis and New Orleans.

Playoffs chances: Yes. Their remaining schedule and current standings say it all. Even if they were to drop their five games against those playoff-bound teams, the Magic can still finish the season at 41-41, which would land them in either the 7th or 8th seed.