What does that term mean? Simply that when looking at the rankings, the Magic Number is the number needed to achieve a spot ...

The Milwaukee Bucks' magic number to clinch the No. 5 seed in the Eastern Conference playoffs over the Pistons is shrinking.

The Pistons' magic number did not change due to both the Atlanta Hawks and Orlando Magic winning. With seven games left, the Pistons (42-33) are closing in on securing a playoff berth for the first ...

The Bucks’ magic number for the No. 5 seed is suddenly down to two after their incredible 110-103 comeback victory over the Minnesota Timberwolves on Tuesday night. That means any combination of ...