Hornets vs. Magic: A Play‑In Showdown

The final two games of the NBA play‑in tournament will decide who moves on to the Sweet 16. Charlotte’s Hornets face Orlando’s Magic, while Golden State’s Warriors meet Phoenix’s Suns. The winners earn a spot in the first round of the playoffs, with the Hornets’ victory giving them an No. 8 seed and a match against the top‑seeded Pistons.

Charlotte vs. Orlando

• Charlotte’s Path
• Narrow overtime win over Miami, where LaMelo Ball caused a key injury to Bam Adebayo with an accidental trip.
• Incident led to a $35,000 fine and a flagrant foul for Ball.
• Lost to Philadelphia earlier in the week but have a strong record against Orlando this season.

• What’s at Stake
• End long playoff drought that began in 2016.
• Secure a No. 8 seed and face the Pistons.

Golden State vs. Phoenix

• Golden State’s Comeback
• Dramatic rally against the Clippers, closing a 13‑point fourth‑quarter gap to win 126–121.

• Offensive firepower at home remains key.

• Phoenix’s Resilience
• Suns squandered an 11‑point lead against Portland.
• Boast a solid defensive record in Phoenix.

Betting Highlights

• Both the Hornets and Suns hold a 3.5‑point advantage in betting odds.
• Promotions available from:
• DraftKings
• BetMGM (NBA games)
• Caesars Sportsbook (MLB matchups featuring the Rays, Pirates, Tigers, and Red Sox)