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NBA News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / April 16
Score Predictions for Charlotte Hornets vs. Orlando Magic in Final Play-In Game
Thanks to an utterly thrilling victory over the Miami Heat, the Charlotte Hornets live to fight another day. They are now in a second straight win-or-go-home matchup, this time on the road against the Orlando Magic, fresh off a frustrating loss to the Philadelphia 76ers.
NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / April 16
Bam Adebayo addresses whether LaMelo Ball apologized to him
Miami Heat center Bam Adebayo is firing back at LaMelo Ball over Ball’s controversial move in the NBA Play-In Tournament.
The 'Multiple 200 three-pointer seasons' quiz
In NBA history, 38 players have made 200 or more three-point field goals in more than one season. How many can you name in five minutes?
Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / April 16
Charles Lee Reacts to NBA's Decision on LaMelo Ball, Playing Orlando + More
Thursday morning, Charlotte Hornets head coach Charles Lee spent a few minutes with the media to further recap the team's win over the Miami Heat, Friday's matchup against the Orlando Magic, and much more.
The 25 greatest playoff games in NBA history
In the NBA, it's all about showing up and showing out in the posteason. With that in mind, here are the 25 greatest NBA playoff games of all time.
Charlotte Hornets News / At The Hive / April 16
The Greensboro Swarm are G League champions 
We’re a few days late on this, but we’ve had other things to talk about with the Hornets vying for playoff seeding and then facing the Heat in a play-in game with everything on the line.
Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / April 16
Hornets vs. Magic Preview: Analyzing Charlotte's Path to Victory
Win and you're in. Lose and you go home. That is the situation facing the Charlotte Hornets on Friday night. After the Philadelphia 76ers defeated the Orlando Magic on Wednesday, the final brick of the Charlotte Hornets' path to the playoffs was laid in front of them.
NBA News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / April 16
Early Odds for Charlotte Hornets-Orlando Magic Final Play-In Game Revealed
For the fifth time this season, the Orlando Magic and Charlotte Hornets will face off. The Hornets beat the Magic three times in 2025-26, with the only loss coming before the calendar flipped to 2026, which, as any Hornets fan will tell you, hardly counts.
Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / April 16
Nick Wright, Colin Cowherd Share Ridiculous LaMelo Ball Takes After Play-In Win
For much of the 2025-26 season, Charlotte Hornets guard LaMelo Ball has successfully changed the perception of himself. The NBA world no longer universally considers him a losing player or an unserious player.
NBA News / Total Pro Sports / April 16
Hornets vs. Magic: Prediction, Probable Starting Lineups, Head-to-Head Stats, and Injury Updates (Apr 17)
It was a wild ride for the Charlotte Hornets. While they edged out the Miami Heat 127-126 in the play-ins, the team also landed in trouble with their primary star, LaMelo Ball.
Charlotte Hornets News / HITC / April 16
Why the NBA slammed a $60,000 fine on LaMelo Ball after Hornets’ nail-biting win over the Heat
LaMelo Ball has been hit with a combined $60,000 fine following the Charlotte Hornets’ dramatic Play-In win over the Miami Heat, with the NBA outlining two separate violations.
The 25 defining moments of LeBron James' career
LeBron's career can't go on forever, can it? If it were to end tomorrow, it would be the greatest run of sustained excellence the league has ever seen.
Kon Knueppel News / Athlon Sports / April 16
Duke Reacts to Kon Knueppel News After Rookie NBA Season
Kon Knueppel had an incredible regular season for the Charlotte Hornets this year. Knueppel, who was picked fourth overall by the Hornets in the 2025 NBA Draft, finished the regular season averaging 18.5 points, 5.3 rebounds, and 3.4 assists per game.
Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / April 15
Hornets Learn Opponent for Friday's Play-In Tournament Game
Survive and advance. That's what the Charlotte Hornets did on Tuesday night in Uptown, taking down the Miami Heat 127-126 in overtime after nearly giving the game away twice.
NBA News / Yardbarker / April 15
NBA makes discipline decision on Hornets' LaMelo Ball for dirty play on Bam Adebayo
Ball is one of the Hornets' most important players, averaging 20.1 points, 7.1 assists, 4.8 rebounds and 1.2 steals per game this season.
LaMelo Ball News / Hoops Rumors / April 15
LaMelo Ball Fined $60K, But Won’t Be Suspended
The NBA announced (via Twitter) that Hornets guard LaMelo Ball has been assessed a flagrant foul 2 and fined $35K for “making unnecessary and reckless contact” with Heat center Bam Adebayo during Tuesday’s play-in game.
NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / April 16
NBA announces LaMelo Ball's punishment for dirty play on Bam Adebayo
LaMelo Ball is not quite getting off scot-free after his takedown of Bam Adebayo on Tuesday night.
Charlotte Hornets News / EasySportz / April 15
Here’s an NBA Longshot to Win the Title
CHARLOTTE, N.C. — The Charlotte Hornets are not in the NBA championship conversation this season, but there is growing belief the foundation is starting to take shape.
Charlotte Hornets News / NBA Draft on SI / April 15
Charlotte Hornets' Youth Continues to Lead Franchise Turnaround
On Tuesday night, the Charlotte Hornets secured the team's first postseason victory in nearly a decace, and the first Play-In victory in franchise history.
Kon Knueppel News / NBA Draft on SI / April 15
NBA Rookies: Kon Knueppel can Bounce Back in Final Play-In Game
The Charlotte Hornets faced off against the Miami Heat on Tuesday night, giving us one of the best games of the season. The teams grappled back and forth for much on the contest, with both needing heroic shots to send the game to overtime, which eventually finished with the Hornets grabbing late momentum and a one-point win.
Charlotte Hornets News / Yardbarker / April 15
LaMelo Ball's game-winner further enhances his star power
No matter what happens from this point forward, LaMelo Ball's clutch game-winning shot on Tuesday night combined with his play all season has sent his star status into a new galaxy.
Charlotte Hornets News / HITC / April 15
Shannon Sharpe makes massive NBA Playoffs prediction after thrilling Heat-Hornets Play-In battle
Shannon Sharpe believes the NBA Playoffs could deliver something special after watching the Hornets edge the Heat in a dramatic Play-In battle. The game quickly became one of the most talked-about matchups of the night.
Charlotte Hornets News / Trade Talk Sports / April 15
Hornets Playoff Hopes Stay Alive With Play-In Win
In dramatic fashion, the Charlotte Hornets are now one step closer to making their first trip to the NBA playoffs since 2016. Tuesday night saw the Hornets defeat the Miami Heat 127-126 in overtime in the Eastern Conference 9-10 game of the NBA Play-In Tournament.
Kon Knueppel News / Yardbarker / April 15
Hornets' Kon Knueppel struggles in first postseason game
Kon Knueppel led the NBA with 273 three-pointers in his rookie season. He couldn't sink a single one in his first postseason game.
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