Charlotte Hornets News, Stats & Schedule

The Hornets and Magic will face off for the East's final playoff spot.

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The Detroit Pistons won all three games against the Charlotte Hornets in the 2025-26 regular season, including one that was marred by an on-court brawl.

Everyone is dropping their opinion on the play that took Adebayo out of the game last night.

Plus, Kon Knueppel’s Rookie of the Year stock watch and examining Doug Christie’s return as Kings coach.

The Hornets have completed an impressive turnaround during the 2025-26 season, aided by a number of young players.

Charlotte wins first postseason game in over a decade, advances in Play-In Tournament.

Charlotte Hornets point guard LaMelo Ball has unveiled the PUMA MB.05 Lo basketball shoes for the Eastern Conference Play-In Tournament.

Ana Montana, the girlfriend of LaMelo Ball, was eager to celebrate the Charlotte Hornets' Play-In Tournament win.

Whoops!

The NBA announced the findings of its investigation into Ball on Wednesday night.

The Hornets are now just one win away from the NBA Playoffs.

The Heat-Hornets and Trail Blazers-Suns games were a welcome break from the usual play-in snoozefests.

Here's how to watch the Play-In action as a Hornets fan.

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Score Predictions for Charlotte Hornets vs. Orlando Magic in Final Play-In Game

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What NBA Play-In Tournament Has Taught Us About Pistons' First Round Opponent So Far

The big change Paolo & Franz must make for Magic to reach playoffs

Bam Adebayo Is Still Waiting to Hear From LaMelo Ball After Tripping Incident

Bam Adebayo calls for change after LaMelo Ball "hostile act"

Charles Lee Reacts to NBA's Decision on LaMelo Ball, Playing Orlando + More

Hornets vs. Magic Preview: Analyzing Charlotte's Path to Victory

Early Odds for Charlotte Hornets-Orlando Magic Final Play-In Game Revealed

Nick Wright, Colin Cowherd Share Ridiculous LaMelo Ball Takes After Play-In Win

Hornets vs. Magic Opening Odds for NBA Play-In Tournament (Charlotte Favored on Road)

Can Magic Survive Charlotte’s Surge? Why Hornets Are a Play-In Matchup Nightmare

Jamahl Mosley Coaching for His Job? Stakes High for Magic vs. Hornets

Hornets vs. Magic Play-In Schedule: Dates, Times, TV Channel

Hornets Learn Opponent for Friday's Play-In Tournament Game

Banchero stymied as Magic loss sets up elimination game vs. Charlotte

Charles Lee Meets the Moment In Charlotte Hornets' Play-In Victory Over Miami

Detroit Pistons Easiest First Round Opponent is a Common Foe

Worth an Ejection? Stephen A. Smith Gives Take on the LaMelo Ball-Bam Adebayo Play

Chris Mannix’s Notes: Giannis Antetokounmpo on the Clock, Portland’s Early Hotel Checkout

Charlotte Hornets' Youth Continues to Lead Franchise Turnaround

How Luka Dončić's Appeal of NBA’s 65-Game Rule Could Cost Kon Knueppel Rookie of the Year

Charles Lee Proud of Hornets 'Togetherness' During Play-In Win Over Miami

LaMelo Ball Unveils PUMA MB.05 Lo for NBA Play-In Tournament

LaMelo Ball's Girlfriend Ana Montana Shares Strong Message After Hornets Play-In Win

LaMelo Ball Was So Excited After Hornets Play-In Win He Accidentally Punched the Team Mascot

LaMelo Ball Escapes Suspension for ‘Reckless’ Play on Bam Adebayo

One Game Away: Charlotte Hornets Await Sixers - Magic Loser After Victory

SI:AM | Play-In Thrillers Were a Perfect NBA Playoffs Appetizer

A Charlotte Hornets Fan's Guide to NBA Play-In Action on April 15

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