Orlando and Charlotte meet in play-in game

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• Orlando and Charlotte meet in play-in game

  Charlotte Hornets (44-38, ninth in the Eastern Conference) vs. Orlando Magic (45-37, eighth in the Eastern Conference) Orlando, Florida; Friday, 7:30 p.m. EDT LINE: Hornets -3.5; over/under is 218 PLAY-IN GAME: The Magic and Hornets square off to decide the eighth seed in the Eastern Conference. BOTTOM LINE: The Orlando Magic and the Charlotte Hornets take the court for the NBA Playoffs Play-In Tournament. The winner claims the eighth seed in the Eastern Conference Playoffs. The Magic are 26-...

  Publisher:Yahoo Sports NBAArticle published: 2026-04-17 06:03:19 UTC

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• How To Watch Magic vs. Hornets Play-In Game: Live Stream, TV Channel, Predictions

  The 2026 NBA Play-In Tournament reaches its thrilling conclusion this Friday, April 17, with a "win-or-go-home" finale for the final playoff spot in the Eastern Conference. The Charlotte Hornets host the Orlando Magic at Spectrum Center. The Hornets (44-38) are looking to bounce back after a tough loss to the Heat, while the Magic (45-37) enter with momentum following an emotional victory over the 76ers. The winner officially claims the #8 seed and a first-round date with the top-seeded Detro...

  Publisher:RealGMArticle published: 2026-04-16 13:44:53 UTC

• Where to watch Charlotte Hornets vs. Orlando Magic NBA play-in tournament: Live stream, start time, TV channel, odds for Friday, April 17

  LaMelo Ball and the Hornets need to beat the Magic to secure a trip to the playoffs.

  Publisher:Yahoo Sports NBAArticle published: 2026-04-17 18:35:07 UTC