Magic shut down Hornets to earn final playoff spot in East
- Posted on April 18, 2026
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In brief
The Orlando Magic clinched the final Eastern Conference playoff berth with a decisive victory over the Charlotte Hornets, shutting down their previously dominant offensive attack. Despite ranking as the NBA's top-scoring team since the beginning of 2026, Charlotte's high-powered offense completely misfired against Orlando's suffocating defense. This crucial win secured the Magic's postseason position while exposing the Hornets' inability to maintain consistency against elite defensive pressure in high-stakes situations.
Magic shut down Hornets to earn final playoff spot in East
Since the start of 2026, the Charlotte Hornets have had the best offense in the NBA. Against the Orlando Magic, that offense looked like the league's worst.
