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NBA
Friday, April 17, 2026 • Kia Center
TeamQ1Q2Q3Q4Total
Orlando Magic38303419121
Charlotte Hornets1621341990

Team Statistics

StatOrlando MagicCharlotte Hornets
Field Goals34/5716/38
3-Pointers8/2712/45
Free Throws29/3722/25
Rebounds4934
Assists2717
Steals67
Blocks84
Turnovers1416

Game Recap

The Orlando Magic cruised past the Charlotte Hornets, 121–90, using an efficient offensive night and a clear edge on the glass to pull away early and never look back. Orlando shot 34-of-57 from the field (60.0%) and consistently generated quality looks through ball movement, finishing with 27 assists. Charlotte struggled to match that efficiency and fell behind as Orlando controlled pace and possessions. Paolo Banchero led the Magic with 25 points, setting the tone as Orlando built separation and maintained it with steady scoring across multiple stretches. Franz Wagner added 18 points, and Wendell Carter Jr. contributed 16 points while helping anchor a strong rebounding performance. Orlando won the rebounding battle 49–34, creating extra opportunities and limiting Charlotte’s second-chance looks. For Charlotte, LaMelo Ball scored a team-high 23 points and Miles Bridges added 15, but the Hornets couldn’t sustain offense for long stretches. Charlotte’s shooting profile leaned heavily on the three-point line (45 attempts), and despite making 12 threes, the overall efficiency lagged behind Orlando’s. The Hornets finished with 17 assists, and the gap in ball movement and interior production showed as the deficit grew. The result reinforces Orlando’s ability to overwhelm opponents when it combines high-percentage shooting with rebounding and playmaking. For Charlotte, the loss highlights the need for more consistent scoring beyond perimeter volume and a stronger effort on the boards to stay competitive against physical, balanced teams.

Key Takeaways

  • The Charlotte Hornets have a significant advantage in advanced metrics, with a Net Rating of 12
  • The Charlotte Hornets have a significant advantage in recent form and advanced metrics, with a notably higher offensive rating and net rating compared to the Orlando Magic
  • The Charlotte Hornets have a significant rest advantage with 2 days of rest compared to the Magic's back-to-back situation, which historically reduces win probability
  • The Charlotte Hornets have a significant advantage with no key injuries and a higher CourtFrame Power Index compared to the Orlando Magic, who have two key players questionable
  • The Charlotte Hornets have a significant advantage in recent form and offensive efficiency, with a high ORtg of 125