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The Orlando Magic defeated the Charlotte Hornets 121-90 in the NBA Play-In game, securing their playoff spot. This victory took place on April 17, 2026, at the Kia Center.
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Orlando guard Desmond Bane (3) and Charlotte forward Miles Bridges (white jersey) fall as they go after a loose ball during the Charlotte Hornets at Orlando Magic NBA Play-In game at the Kia Center on Friday, April 17, 2026. (Stephen M. Dowell/Orlando Sentinel) Orlando center Wendell Carter Jr. slam dunks during the Charlotte Hornets at Orlando Magic NBA Play-In game at the Kia Center on Friday, April 17, 2026. Orlando won the game 121-90 to clinch a playoff spot.(Stephen M. Dowell/Orlando Sentinel) Orlando guard Desmond Bane (3) and Charlotte forward Miles Bridges (white jersey) fall as they go after a loose ball during the Charlotte Hornets at Orlando Magic NBA Play-In game at the Kia Center on Friday, April 17, 2026. (Stephen M. Dowell/Orlando Sentinel) Orlando coach Jamahl Mosley yells during the Charlotte Hornets at Orlando Magic NBA Play-In game at the Kia Center on Friday, April 17, 2026. (Stephen M. Dowell/Orlando Sentinel) Orlando forward Franz Wagner (middle) scores between Charlotte defenders Brandon Miller (24) and Miles Bridges (0) during the Charlotte Hornets at Orlando Magic NBA Play-In game at the Kia Center on Friday, April 17, 2026. (Stephen M. Dowell/Orlando Sentinel) Orlando coach Jamahl Mosley signals during the Charlotte Hornets at Orlando Magic NBA Play-In game at the Kia Center on Friday, April 17, 2026. Orlando won the game 121-90 to clinch a playoff spot.(Stephen M. Dowell/Orlando Sentinel) Orlando center Wendell Carter Jr. (34) blocks the shot of Charlotte center (14) during the Charlotte Hornets at Orlando Magic NBA Play-In game at the Kia Center on Friday, April 17, 2026. (Stephen M. Dowell/Orlando Sentinel) Orlando forward celebrates after a three point shot during the Charlotte Hornets at Orlando Magic NBA Play-In game at the Kia Center on Friday, April 17, 2026. Orlando won the game 121-90 to clinch a playoff spot.(Stephen M. Dowell/Orlando Sentinel) Orlando mascot STUFF celebrates with fans during the Charlotte Hornets at Orlando Magic NBA Play-In game at the Kia Center on Friday, April 17, 2026. Orlando won the game 121-90 to clinch a playoff spot.(Stephen M. Dowell/Orlando Sentinel) Orlando players huddle during the Charlotte Hornets at Orlando Magic NBA Play-In game at the Kia Center on Friday, April 17, 2026. Orlando won the game 121-90 to clinch a playoff spot.(Stephen M. Dowell/Orlando Sentinel) Orlando center (middle) goes for a loose ball during the Charlotte Hornets at Orlando Magic NBA Play-In game at the Kia Center on Friday, April 17, 2026. Orlando won the game 121-90 to clinch a playoff spot.(Stephen M. Dowell/Orlando Sentinel) Orlando forward Franz Wagner (22) shoots an off-balance shot during the Charlotte Hornets at Orlando Magic NBA Play-In game at the Kia Center on Friday, April 17, 2026. Orlando won the game 121-90 to clinch a playoff spot.(Stephen M. Dowell/Orlando Sentinel) Charlotte guard (1) passes around Orlando center Goga Bitadze (35) during the Charlotte Hornets at Orlando Magic NBA Play-In game at the Kia Center on Friday, April 17, 2026. Orlando won the game 121-90 to clinch a playoff spot.(Stephen M. Dowell/Orlando Sentinel) Orlando coach Jamahl Mosley coaches during the Charlotte Hornets at Orlando Magic NBA Play-In game at the Kia Center on Friday, April 17, 2026. Orlando won the game 121-90 to clinch a playoff spot.(Stephen M. Dowell/Orlando Sentinel) Orlando guard (3) stumbles during the Charlotte Hornets at Orlando Magic NBA Play-In game at the Kia Center on Friday, April 17, 2026. Orlando won the game 121-90 to clinch a playoff spot.(Stephen M. Dowell/Orlando Sentinel) Orlando fans cheer during the Charlotte Hornets at Orlando Magic NBA Play-In game at the Kia Center on Friday, April 17, 2026. Orlando won the game 121-90 to clinch a playoff spot.(Stephen M. Dowell/Orlando Sentinel) Orlando guard celebrates during the Charlotte Hornets at Orlando Magic NBA Play-In game at the Kia Center on Friday, April 17, 2026. Orlando won the game 121-90 to clinch a playoff spot.(Stephen M. Dowell/Orlando Sentinel) Orlando guard Jalen Suggs celebrates during the Charlotte Hornets at Orlando Magic NBA Play-In game at the Kia Center on Friday, April 17, 2026. Orlando won the game 121-90 to clinch a playoff spot.(Stephen M. Dowell/Orlando Sentinel) Orlando coach Jamahl Mosley yells during the Charlotte Hornets at Orlando Magic NBA Play-In game at the Kia Center on Friday, April 17, 2026. Orlando won the game 121-90 to clinch a playoff spot.(Stephen M. Dowell/Orlando Sentinel) Charlotte guard LeMelo Ball falls during the Charlotte Hornets at Orlando Magic NBA Play-In game at the Kia Center on Friday, April 17, 2026. Orlando won the game 121-90 to clinch a playoff spot.(Stephen M. Dowell/Orlando Sentinel) Orlando guard Desmond Bane (dark jersey) is fouled by Charlotte guard LaMelo Ball (1) during the Charlotte Hornets at Orlando Magic NBA Play-In game at the Kia Center on Friday, April 17, 2026. Orlando won the game 121-90 to clinch a playoff spot.(Stephen M. Dowell/Orlando Sentinel) Orlando forward celebrates during the Charlotte Hornets at Orlando Magic NBA Play-In game at the Kia Center on Friday, April 17, 2026. Orlando won the game 121-90 to clinch a playoff spot.(Stephen M. Dowell/Orlando Sentinel) Orlando forward Franz Wagner slam dunks during the Charlotte Hornets at Orlando Magic NBA Play-In game at the Kia Center on Friday, April 17, 2026. Orlando won the game 121-90 to clinch a playoff spot.(Stephen M. Dowell/Orlando Sentinel) Orlando forward Franz Wagner (with ball) drives through Charlotte forward (7) during the Charlotte Hornets at Orlando Magic NBA Play-In game at the Kia Center on Friday, April 17, 2026. Orlando won the game 121-90 to clinch a playoff spot.(Stephen M. Dowell/Orlando Sentinel) Orlando Magic players, from left: Paolo Banchero, Desmond Bane, Jalen Suggs, and celebrate during the Charlotte Hornets at Orlando Magic NBA Play-In game at the Kia Center on Friday, April 17, 2026. Orlando won the game 121-90 to clinch a playoff spot.(Stephen M. Dowell/Orlando Sentinel) Orlando coach Jamahl Mosley (right) hugs Orlando guard Jalen Suggs (left) before the Charlotte Hornets at Orlando Magic NBA Play-In game at the Kia Center on Friday, April 17, 2026. Orlando won the game 121-90 to clinch a playoff spot.(Stephen M. Dowell/Orlando Sentinel) Orlando coach Jamahl Mosley yells during the Charlotte Hornets at Orlando Magic NBA Play-In game at the Kia Center on Friday, April 17, 2026. Orlando won the game 121-90 to clinch a playoff spot.(Stephen M. Dowell/Orlando Sentinel) Orlando guard Jalen Suggs (4) passes during the Charlotte Hornets at Orlando Magic NBA Play-In game at the Kia Center on Friday, April 17, 2026. Orlando won the game 121-90 to clinch a playoff spot.(Stephen M. Dowell/Orlando Sentinel) Charlotte forward Miles Bridges (0) shoots past Orlando center Wendell Carter Jr. (34) during the Charlotte Hornets at Orlando Magic NBA Play-In game at the Kia Center on Friday, April 17, 2026. Orlando won the game 121-90 to clinch a playoff spot.(Stephen M. Dowell/Orlando Sentinel) Orlando coach Jamahl Mosley yells during the Charlotte Hornets at Orlando Magic NBA Play-In game at the Kia Center on Friday, April 17, 2026. Orlando won the game 121-90 to clinch a playoff spot.(Stephen M. Dowell/Orlando Sentinel) Orlando guard (0) and Orlando center Wendell Carter Jr. (34) try to stop Charlotte guard LaMelo Ball (1) during the Charlotte Hornets at Orlando Magic NBA Play-In game at the Kia Center on Friday, April 17, 2026. Orlando won the game 121-90 to clinch a playoff spot.(Stephen M. Dowell/Orlando Sentinel) Orlando forward Paolo Banchero (5) and Orlando center Wendell Carter Jr. (34) celebrate during the Charlotte Hornets at Orlando Magic NBA Play-In game at the Kia Center on Friday, April 17, 2026. Orlando won the game 121-90 to clinch a playoff spot.(Stephen M. Dowell/Orlando Sentinel) Orlando forward (left) and Orlando center Goga Bitadze (right) stop guard Brandon Miller (middle) during the Charlotte Hornets at Orlando Magic NBA Play-In game at the Kia Center on Friday, April 17, 2026. Orlando won the game 121-90 to clinch a playoff spot.(Stephen M. Dowell/Orlando Sentinel) Orlando fans cheer during the Charlotte Hornets at Orlando Magic NBA Play-In game at the Kia Center on Friday, April 17, 2026. Orlando won the game 121-90 to clinch a playoff spot.(Stephen M. Dowell/Orlando Sentinel) Show Caption1 of 35Orlando players, from left: Paolo Banchero, Desmond Bane (3), Jalen Suggs, and Jonathan Isaac celebrate during the Charlotte Hornets at Orlando Magic NBA Play-In game at the Kia Center on Friday, April 17, 2026. Orlando won the game 121-90 to clinch a playoff spot.(Stephen M. Dowell/Orlando Sentinel)
The final score was Orlando Magic 121, Charlotte Hornets 90.
The Orlando Magic clinched their playoff spot on April 17, 2026.
Key players included Desmond Bane for Orlando and LaMelo Ball for Charlotte.
The game was played at the Kia Center.

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