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Charlotte Hornets vs Orlando Magic Apr 17, 2026 Game ... - NBA

: LaMelo Ball led Charlotte with 23 points, 21 of which came during a high-scoring third quarter, but it was too little, too late to bridge the massive deficit. NBA PL: Hornets - Magic

Magic Make Hornets Disappear: Orlando Clinches Playoff Spot in Play-In Rout Charlotte Hornets vs Orlando Magic Apr 17, 2026 Game

The Orlando Magic officially punched their ticket to the 2026 NBA Playoffs on April 17, 2026, with a dominant 121-90 victory over the Charlotte Hornets at the Kia Center. Led by a commanding performance from Paolo Banchero, the Magic secured the East's No. 8 seed and ended the Hornets' postseason hopes in blowout fashion. Game Recap: A First-Half Surge Led by a commanding performance from Paolo Banchero,

: Orlando shot a crisp 50% from the field, while Charlotte struggled to find any rhythm, shooting just 34% overall.

: Paolo Banchero set the tone early, scoring 25 points to lead all scorers and propel Orlando into the first round.