The Orlando Magic secured the 8th seed in the 2026 Eastern Conference Playoffs by defeating the Charlotte Hornets 121–90 on April 17, 2026, marking a significant win in the Play-In Tournament. Paolo Banchero led the effort with 25 points, eliminating the Hornets and advancing the Magic to face the Detroit Pistons. For the full game recap and box score, visit NBA.com . Google Sports Data This response uses data provided by Google Sports Magic 121-90 Hornets (Apr 17, 2026) Final Score - ESPN