{"id":236553,"date":"2026-04-18T04:22:24","date_gmt":"2026-04-18T04:22:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/236553\/"},"modified":"2026-04-18T04:22:24","modified_gmt":"2026-04-18T04:22:24","slug":"orlando-magic-rout-charlotte-to-clinch-playoff-spot-orlando-sentinel","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/236553\/","title":{"rendered":"Orlando Magic rout Charlotte to clinch Playoff Spot \u2013 Orlando Sentinel"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"Orlando<\/p>\n

Orlando 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)<\/p>\n

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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)<\/p>\n

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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)<\/p>\n

\"Orlando<\/p>\n

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)<\/p>\n

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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)<\/p>\n

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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)<\/p>\n

\"Orlando<\/p>\n

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)<\/p>\n

\"Orlando<\/p>\n

Orlando center Wendell Carter Jr. (34) blocks the shot of Charlotte center Moussa Diabate (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)<\/p>\n

\"Orlando<\/p>\n

Orlando forward Paolo Banchero 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)<\/p>\n

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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)<\/p>\n

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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)<\/p>\n

\"Orlando<\/p>\n

Orlando center Goga Bitadze (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)<\/p>\n

\"Orlando<\/p>\n

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)<\/p>\n

\"Charlotte<\/p>\n

Charlotte guard LaMelo Ball (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)<\/p>\n

\"Orlando<\/p>\n

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)<\/p>\n

\"Orlando<\/p>\n

Orlando guard Coby White (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)<\/p>\n

\"Orlando<\/p>\n

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)<\/p>\n

\"Orlando<\/p>\n

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)<\/p>\n

\"Orlando<\/p>\n

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)<\/p>\n

\"Orlando<\/p>\n

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)<\/p>\n

\"Charlotte<\/p>\n

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)<\/p>\n

\"Orlando<\/p>\n

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)<\/p>\n

\"Orlando<\/p>\n

Orlando forward Jamal Cain 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)<\/p>\n

\"Orlando<\/p>\n

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)<\/p>\n

\"Orlando<\/p>\n

Orlando forward Franz Wagner (with ball) drives through Charlotte forward Kon Knueppel (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)<\/p>\n

\"Orlando<\/p>\n

Orlando Magic players, from left: Paolo Banchero, Desmond Bane, 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)<\/p>\n

\"Orlando<\/p>\n

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)<\/p>\n

\"Orlando<\/p>\n

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)<\/p>\n

\"Orlando<\/p>\n

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)<\/p>\n

\"Charlotte<\/p>\n

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)<\/p>\n

\"Orlando<\/p>\n

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)<\/p>\n

\"Orlando<\/p>\n

Orlando guard Anthony Black (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)<\/p>\n

\"Orlando<\/p>\n

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)<\/p>\n

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Orlando forward Tristan da Silva (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)<\/p>\n

\"Orlando<\/p>\n

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)<\/p>\n

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Orlando 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)<\/p>\n

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