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Mar 28, 2026; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Charlotte Hornets forward Moussa Diabaté (14) walks back down the court during the third quarter against the Philadelphia 76ers at Spectrum Center. Mandatory Credit: Brian Westerholt-Imagn Images

Taking a look at the first group on the floor for tonight's game.

Mar 28, 2026; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Charlotte Hornets forward Moussa Diabaté (14) walks back down the court during the third quarter against the Philadelphia 76ers at Spectrum Center. Mandatory Credit: Brian Westerholt-Imagn Images

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Taking a look at the first group on the floor for tonight's game.

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Apr 14, 2026; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Charlotte Hornets forward Brandon Miller (24) and fans react to the overtime win during the play-in rounds between the Charlotte Hornets and the Miami Heat of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Spectrum Center. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images

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The Hornets will advance to a first round Eastern Conference Playoff Series with Detroit if they defeat Orlando Friday night

Apr 14, 2026; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Charlotte Hornets forward Miles Bridges (0) high fives center Ryan Kalkbrenner (11) and forward Brandon Miller (24) after a three point play during the second half during the play-in rounds between the Charlotte Hornets and the Miami Heat of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Spectrum Center. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images

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Information for tonight's Play-In game between Charlotte and Orlando.

Apr 14, 2026; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Charlotte Hornets forward Moussa Diabate (14) handles the ball during the second half during the play-in rounds between the Charlotte Hornets and the Miami Heat of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Spectrum Center. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images

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The Moose is questionable for tonight's game in Orlando.

Mar 19, 2026; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Orlando Magic forward Paolo Banchero (5) tries to drive to the basket past Charlotte Hornets forward Miles Bridges (0) during the third quarter at Spectrum Center. Mandatory Credit: Brian Westerholt-Imagn Images

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Can the Charlotte Hornets keep their season alive?

Apr 14, 2026; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Charlotte Hornets forward Miles Bridges (0) looks to pass guarded by Miami Heat guard Davion Mitchell (45) during the second quarter during the play-in rounds between the Charlotte Hornets and the Miami Heat of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Spectrum Center. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images

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Breaking down the Hornets' nail biting win.

Apr 7, 2026; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Charlotte Hornets guard LaMelo Ball (1), forward Brandon Miller (24) and forward Miles Bridges (0) on the court during a break against ten Boston Celtics in the second half at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: David Butler II-Imagn Images

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Breaking down the starting fives for Charlotte and Miami.

Apr 7, 2026; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Charlotte Hornets head coach Charles Lee watches from the sideline as they take on the Boston Celtics at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: David Butler II-Imagn Images

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The time has officially come - the Charlotte Hornets are hosting postseason hoops at Spectrum Center for the first time in a decade. Build it and they will come

Mar 17, 2026; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Charlotte Hornets head coach Charles Lee gives a hand to guard LaMelo Ball (1) as he comes off the floor during the second half against the Miami Heat at Spectrum Center. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images

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The Hornets and the Heat kick off the NBA postseason tonight at 7:30 PM in Charlotte.

Mar 17, 2026; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Miami Heat guard Pelle Larsson (9) drives to the basket against Charlotte Hornets guard Kon Knueppel (7) during the second half at Spectrum Center. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images

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Information for tonight's Play-In game between Charlotte and Miami.

Charlotte Hornets guard LaMelo Ball (1) protects the basketball from Miami Heat forward Andrew Wiggins

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The Hornets host the Heat in a do-or-die Play-In game on Tuesday evening.

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Charlotte wins their 44th game of the season, clinches a home Play-In game.

Apr 7, 2026; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Charlotte Hornets guard LaMelo Ball (1) reacts after his three point basket against the Boston Celtics in the second quarter at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: David Butler II-Imagn Images

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Breaking down the first ten on the floor for tonight's game in the Garden.

Apr 10, 2026; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Charlotte Hornets Head Coach Charles Lee talks with guard LaMelo Ball (1) during a time out during first quarter against the Detroit Pistons at Spectrum Center. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images

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Can the Hornets take advantage of a resting Knicks team?

Mar 26, 2026; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Charlotte Hornets guard/forward Kon Knueppel (7) fights for possession with New York Knicks guard Josh Hart (3) during the second half at the Spectrum Center. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images

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The Hornets control their own destiny.

Apr 10, 2026; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Charlotte Hornets guard LaMelo Ball (1) shoots the ball during the second half against the Detroit Pistons at Spectrum Center. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images

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What needs to happen and what can't happen, for the Hornets to host the Play-In.

Apr 10, 2026; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Charlotte Hornets forward Brandon Miller (24) makes a slam dunk during first quarter against the Detroit Pistons at Spectrum Center. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images

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A disappointing fourth quarter ended the Hornets' chances of avoiding the Play-In Tournament.

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Previewing Pistons at Hornets.

Apr 7, 2026; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Charlotte Hornets forward Moussa Diabate (14) reacts with Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum (0) after a play in the second quarter at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: David Butler II-Imagn Images

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LaMelo Ball put up 36 points in the defeat.

Mar 29, 2026; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Charlotte Hornets guard LaMelo Ball (1) shoots over Boston Celtics guard Hugo González (28) during the second half at Spectrum Center. Mandatory Credit: Brian Westerholt-Imagn Images

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The Hornets play the Celtics tonight at 8:00 PM in Boston.

Apr 3, 2026; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Charlotte Hornets forward Miles Bridges (0) brings the ball up court during the second half against the Indiana Pacers at Spectrum Center. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images

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Picking tonight's game between the Hornets and T-Wolves.

Apr 3, 2026; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Charlotte Hornets guard LaMelo Ball (1) and forward Brandon Miller (24) watch a free throw attempt during the second half against the Indiana Pacers at Spectrum Center. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images

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Let's explore how good the Charlotte Hornets really are.

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This one has major postseason implications for both teams

Apr 3, 2026; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; C during the first quarter at Spectrum Center. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images

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Sion James, LaMelo Ball, and Brandon Miller led the way in the victory.

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Two very important players will suit up for Indiana