Magic rout Hornets as final NBA playoff spots decided
April 18, 2026 - 10:57
The Orlando Magic emphatically kept their postseason hopes alive Friday night, delivering a commanding 121-90 victory over the Charlotte Hornets. The win ensures the Magic’s season continues as the final pieces of the NBA playoff puzzle fell into place across the league.
With the Eastern Conference bracket now set, attention turned to the final play-in tournament clash in the West. The Golden State Warriors were set to face the Phoenix Suns later Friday evening, with the winner claiming the conference’s eighth and final playoff berth. The outcome of that high-stakes contest was the last remaining variable before the complete first-round playoff schedule could be finalized.
The Magic’s performance was a display of dominance, leaving no doubt about their readiness for the postseason. As the regular season and play-in tournament conclude, the stage is now set for the full intensity of the NBA playoffs to begin, with matchups and travel logistics finalized following the last game of the play-in round.
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