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Three Days After Beating Miami in Overtime, Charlotte's Season Ended 121-90 in Orlando
The Orlando Magic outscored Charlotte 38-16 in the first quarter and led 68-37 at halftime, the largest halftime margin in the six-year history of the Play-In Tournament. The final was 121-90. Charlotte's 10-year playoff drought extends.
Apr 18, 2026 · Updated Oct 8, 2026
Charlotte Wins Its First Postseason Home Game in a Decade, 127-126 in Overtime
Apr 15, 2026 · Updated Oct 8, 2026
The Charlotte Hornets Play Their First Postseason Game in a Decade Tuesday Night. Here's What's at Stake.
Apr 13, 2026 · Updated Oct 8, 2026
Charlotte Finished Its Regular Season With a Wire-to-Wire Win. Now the Play-In Starts Tuesday.
Apr 13, 2026 · Updated Oct 8, 2026
Detroit Held Charlotte to Ten Points in the Fourth Quarter. The Play-In Is Official.
Apr 11, 2026 · Updated Oct 8, 2026
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