Miles Bridges and Desmond Bane Get Into Heated Skirmish After Hustle Play Leads to Tension
During the second quarter, Miles Bridges became tangled with Magic guard Desmond Bane after Bane poked the ball loose.
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Magic savagely trolls Hornets with perfect postgame tweet
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.
Hornets makes NBA history with play-in loss vs. Magic
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.
Hornets’ Charles Lee gives Kon Knueppel props despite poor postseason shooting
Charles Lee maintained his support for Kon Knueppel despite the star rookie’s struggled throughout the play-in tournament following the Charlotte Hornets’ season-ending loss to the Orlando Magic. Knueppel enjoyed an incredible rookie campaign throughout the regular season, making a case for Rookie of the Year. He will be competing with Cooper Flagg for the honors, […] The post Hornets’ Charles Lee gives Kon Knueppel props despite poor postseason shooting appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Hornets’ Charles Lee reveals the bright side of Play-In loss to Magic
On Friday night, the Charlotte Hornets joined the 12 teams that were already out of playoff contention, seeing their season come to an end in such disappointing fashion in a 121-90 defeat to the Orlando Magic in the battle for the eighth seed in the play-in tournament. The Hornets looked like one of the fastest-rising […] The post Hornets’ Charles Lee reveals the bright side of Play-In loss to Magic appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Air Jordan 6 'Xuanwu' — Dark Warrior Energy, Dress Shoe Details, You Can't Buy It Here: Release Details
The Air Jordan 6 "Xuanwu" is a China-exclusive Summer 2026 drop. Burnished leather, gold accents, brogue detailing — here's everything you need to know.
Hornets fans can’t believe heartbreaking end to Cinderella playoff push
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.
Hornets set new low-water mark of 2025-26 season in Play-In loss to Magic
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.
Last time Hornets made NBA playoffs: Revisiting 2016 Charlotte roster led by Kemba Walker – sportingnews.com
Last time Hornets made NBA playoffs: Revisiting 2016 Charlotte roster led by Kemba Walker sportingnews.com
Is Kevin Durant playing vs. Lakers? Latest updates on Rockets star’s injury status for Game 1 – sportingnews.com
Is Kevin Durant playing vs. Lakers? Latest updates on Rockets star’s injury status for Game 1 sportingnews.com
Knicks’ Mike Brown is ready to handle potential ‘Hack-A-Mitch’ tactic
Fouling Mitchell Robinson on purpose was deployed regularly in last year’s playoffs, with Detroit’s JB Bickerstaff and Boston’s Joe Mazzulla taking it to higher levels to stall the Knicks’ offense.
4 Hornets most to blame for 31-point Play-In loss to Magic
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.
Jamahl Mosley gives Magic fans credit for electrifying atmosphere vs. Hornets
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.
Scottie Barnes Praised by Kevin Garnett, Called ‘Mini Joker’
Toronto Raptors forward Scottie Barnes was praised by basketball Hall of Famer Kevin Garnett, who called Barnes a “mini Joker.”Barnes led the Raptors back to the playoffs this year, as they take on the Cleveland Cavaliers starting on Saturday in what is one of the most intriguing first-round playoff matchups.Speaking on the KG Certified Podcast […] The post Scottie Barnes Praised by Kevin Garnett, Called ‘Mini Joker’ appeared first on Heavy Sports.
Timberwolves vs. Nuggets 2026 NBA Playoffs Game 1 prediction, odds, pick
We’re back with our continued coverage of the 2026 NBA Playoffs as we bring you a betting prediction and pick for this Game 1 in the Western Conference. The No. 6 Minnesota Timberwolves visit the No. 3 Denver Nuggets for a highly competitive first round series. Check our NBA Playoffs odds series for the Timberwolves-Nuggets prediction and pick. […] The post Timberwolves vs. Nuggets 2026 NBA Playoffs Game 1 prediction, odds, pick appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Exclusive photos of Luka Doncic returning to LA after two weeks in Europe
Luka Doncic returned to Los Angeles on Friday on the eve of the Lakers' first-round playoff series against the Houston Rockets. The California Post has the exclusive photos of his return home.
‘What a Statement Game’ — NBA World Reacts As Paolo Banchero Lifts Magic Past Hornets Into NBA Playoffs
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.
Knicks need best versions of Miles McBride, Landry Shamet for long playoff run
Miles McBride and Landry Shamet share so much in common.
Magic fans blast Paolo Banchero haters after leading Orlando past Hornets
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.
Magic crush Hornets in play-in to set up date with Pistons in first round of playoffs
The Magic earned the No. 8 seed in playoffs and will start their best-of-seven series at Detroit on Sunday.
Satou Sabally has one goal in mind as she joins elite Liberty squad
Satou Sabally was born in New York, and her mom always told her that both she and her sister, Nyara, would play in the city one day.
Los Angeles Lakers Expect Luka Doncic Back Before Austin Reaves Amid Playoffs Push
Jovan Buha reported that the Los Angeles Lakers are optimistic Luka Doncic may be back in action sooner than Austin Reaves.
Rockets announce concerning injury update on Kevin Durant
The Houston Rockets may be down a superstar of their own to open their first-round series against the Los Angeles Lakers. Kevin Durant’s name was included on Houston’s injury report submitted Friday night, almost exactly 24 hours before the Rockets host the Lakers for Game 1 at Toyota Center in Houston, Texas. The 16-time All-Star … The post Rockets announce concerning injury update on Kevin Durant appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
LeBron James Finally Claps Back at Ron Harper Sr. After Years of Criticism
For years, Ron Harper Sr. has said unflattering things about LeBron James. Now, the four-time NBA champion has delivered a receipt.