The Orlando Magic play their first game Friday post all-star break against the Dallas Mavericks and hold a three game lead over the Washington Wizards for the 8th and final playoff spot in the Eastern Conference. The way the teams behind the Magic have played this season, many feel that the Magic will be going to the playoffs but Philip warns that a good west coast trip for the Wizards could something to watch out for.
The Magic have 27 games left and do have a chance to overtake Brooklyn for the 7th seed as they are only two games behind the Nets.
You can listen to the entire podcast with Philip Rossman-Reich below.