Are Hornets in the playoffs? What Charlotte's Play-In win over Heat means for NBA playoff bracket
Here's what you need to know about the Hornets' playoff status after their thrilling Play-In Tournament win over the Heat.
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The Charlotte Hornets have plenty of passionate fans, but it had been a long time since they got to feel what they felt on Tuesday night. The Hornets earned a thrilling overtime 127-126 win over the Miami Heat in the opening game of the NBA Play-In Tournament, taking the lead on a late layup by LaMelo Ball and winning when Miles Bridges blocked Davion Mitchell's attempt at the buzzer. IT'S A BEAUTIFUL NIGHT IN CHARLOTTE pic.
twitter. com/O3ssoIjelj ā Charlotte Hornets (@hornets) April 15, 2026 The Spectrum Center was as loud as it has been in several years, if not longer, with the hope that more basketball in Charlotte is still to come. Here's what you need to know about the Hornets' playoff status and when they play next.
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