Fortunately for the Magic, they didn’t need Cole Anthony against the Kings, but the reserve guard believes he’s close to returning from a left toe strain.

In a 121–89 win over the Sacramento Kings, the Magic clinched a postseason berth and passed the Atlanta Hawks for seventh place in the Eastern Conference. The 121 points were Orlando’s highest points total in over a month.

The Orlando Magic have secured one of the top 10 seeds in the Eastern Conference, meaning the Magic will officially play postseason basketball for the second consecutive season.

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The Orlando Magic will attempt to put themselves in the best possible postseason position when they tip off action against the Sacramento Kings on

The latest on player health, injuries and status for the Orlando Magic and Dallas Mavericks on Thursday, March 27.