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One Orlando Magic fan got creative on Friday to try to get into LaMelo Ball’s head. The Charlotte Hornets guard was shooting a bonus free throws midway through the third quarter of their play-in tournament clash at Kia Center in Orlando, Fla. The NBA on Prime broadcast panned to a wide view from behind Ball, which … The post Magic fan had savage taunt for LaMelo Ball appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
The Orlando Magic secured the Eastern Conference’s No. 8 seed by overwhelming the Charlotte Hornets 121-90 in a Play-In elimination game that was effectively decided before halftime. Orlando built a 31-point lead at the break and came out with a defensive resilience that was too much for the Hornets all night. The Magic had lost […] The post Magic’s Paolo Banchero reveals key to Orlando’s win over Hornets appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Paolo Banchero's father ridicules Kendrick Perkins for his heavy criticism of the Magic star after Orlando clinched a playoff berth by defeating the Hornets.
Paolo Banchero did not cover himself in glory at all with the way he performed for the Orlando Magic in their disappointing loss to the Philadelphia 76ers in the 7/8 play-in tournament game back on Wednesday. He was clowned for not meeting the standards for how a superstar must perform in such a crucial game, […] The post Magic’s Jalen Suggs awards Paolo Banchero Playmaker Chain for dominant win over Hornets appeared first on ClutchPoints.
During the second quarter, Miles Bridges became tangled with Magic guard Desmond Bane after Bane poked the ball loose.
The Orlando Magic handed the Charlotte Hornets their worst loss of the season as they won 121-90 to set up a first-round series with the Detroit Pistons. Charlotte was embarrassed across the board and had effectively lost the game in two quarters, returning with a 31-point deficit in what was a total offensive collapse. However, […] The post Magic savagely trolls Hornets with perfect postgame tweet appeared first on ClutchPoints.
The Charlotte Hornets dropped their play-in contest against the Orlando Magic on Friday night, officially bringing their fun season to an end. Led by the sharpshooting trio of LaMelo Ball, Brandon Miller, and Kon Knueppel, the Hornets were one of the better teams in the second half of the season and, entering the final day […] The post Hornets makes NBA history with play-in loss vs. Magic appeared first on ClutchPoints.
The Charlotte Hornets have been one of the best teams in the NBA in the calendar year of 2026 thus far, and they looked like a world-beating team, as they were almost always blowing out their opponents when they reached victory lane. In the first game of the play-in tournament, it almost looked as though […] The post Hornets fans can’t believe heartbreaking end to Cinderella playoff push appeared first on ClutchPoints.
The Charlotte Hornets saw their season come to an end after a disappointing 121-90 loss against the Orlando Magic. The win means that it is the Magic that advance to the first round of the playoffs, setting up a series with the Detroit Pistons. The loss not only means that the Hornets have not advanced […] The post Hornets set new low-water mark of 2025-26 season in Play-In loss to Magic appeared first on ClutchPoints.
The Charlotte Hornets magical season came to an end on Friday night when the team lost their play-in game against the Orlando Magic. LaMelo Ball and Co. defeated the Miami Heat in Tuesday night’s thrilling overtime victory of the 9-10 play-in, advancing to the second play-in game against the loser of the Philadelphia 76ers/Orlando Magic […] The post 4 Hornets most to blame for 31-point Play-In loss to Magic appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Behind a clinical all-around performance, the Orlando Magic blew past the Charlotte Hornets 121-90 on Friday night, clinching the Eastern Conference’s No. 8 seed in the NBA Play-In Tournament, and head coach Jamahl Mosley made it clear that it was the home crowd that made all the difference. Before addressing the media postgame, Mosley credited […] The post Jamahl Mosley gives Magic fans credit for electrifying atmosphere vs. Hornets appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Paolo Banchero bounced back from a rough play-in game to dominate the Hornets and lift the Magic into the playoffs, earning praise from NBA observers.
Fans were over the moon with Paolo Banchero’s resounding performance in the Orlando Magic’s blowout win over the Charlotte Hornets on Friday night. Banchero struggled in the 7-8 matchup against the Philadelphia 76ers on Wednesday night, garnering serious criticism. He needed to bounce back in this game against Charlotte, which he pulled off in convincing […] The post Magic fans blast Paolo Banchero haters after leading Orlando past Hornets appeared first on ClutchPoints.
The Magic earned the No. 8 seed in playoffs and will start their best-of-seven series at Detroit on Sunday.
The Celtics drafted Desmond Bane in 2020 before trading his rights. Orlando’s blockbuster deal revived that Boston what-if. The post Desmond Bane Could Have Been a Celtic Before Trade appeared first on Heavy Sports.
The Milwaukee Bucks announced they fired Doc Rivers as head coach a day after the 126-106 season finale loss to the Philadelphia 76ers. Days after being let go, the freshly inducted Hall of Famer essentially announced his retirement from coaching. While guest appearing on the “Bill Simmons Podcast,” presented by The Ringer, Rivers didn’t officially […] The post Doc Rivers essentially announces coaching retirement after Bucks firing appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Two NBA Play-In games are on tonight, April 17: Magic vs. Hornets at 7:30 PM ET and Suns vs. Warriors at 10 PM ET, both on Prime Video.
Draymond Green brought up his own history while weighing intent vs outcome in the LaMelo Ball–Bam Adebayo controversy.
Both the Charlotte Hornets and Orlando Magic may be without multiple key players in Friday night's Play-In game.
The Charlotte Hornets and Orlando Magic are set to collide in what promises to be one of the most compelling matchups of the 2026 NBA Play-In Tournament. This is a game where composure will be stretched, and stars will be forced into defining moments. This should be an interesting stylistic chess match between Charlotte’s free-flowing, […] The post 4 Hornets vs. Magic bold predictions for 2026 NBA Play-In Tournament appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Don't expect fireworks in Charlotte Hornets vs. Orlando Magic. With slow paces and hideous half-court efficiency, we are hammering the Under in this 2026 NBA Play-In Tournament matchup.
Speculation surrounding Giannis Antetokounmpo’s future took another turn after former Milwaukee Bucks player Charlie Villanueva predicted a potential blockbuster trade involving Giannis Antetokounmpo and Paolo Banchero. Speaking on the To the Baha podcast, Villanueva, who said he remains connected to the Milwaukee Bucks organization, suggested that Antetokounmpo could land with the Orlando Magic this offseason […] The post NBA rumors: Former Bucks player ‘involved with organization’ predicts Giannis-Paolo Banchero trade appeared first on ClutchPoints.
The Detroit Pistons completed the season at 60-22, the best record in the Eastern Conference. It was their first 60-win season in 20 years. As a result, they will have home-court advantage throughout the postseason. Because of that, the NBA Coaches Association has recognized head coach JB Bickerstaff as the NBA Coach of the Year, […] The post Fellow coaches name JB Bickerstaff Coach of the Year appeared first on ClutchPoints.
The Orlando Magic could receive a key defensive boost as they prepare for a do-or-die Play-In Tournament matchup against the Charlotte Hornets on Friday night at the Kia Center. Tipoff is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. ET on Prime Video. Orlando listed forward Jonathan Isaac as questionable on its injury report with a left knee sprain, […] The post Will Magic forward Jonathan Isaac return from injury vs. Hornets in NBA Play-In Tournament? appeared first on ClutchPoints.
