| Qtr | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | T |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 CHA | 13 | 24 | 25 | 24 | 86 |
 ORL | 21 | 22 | 15 | 16 | 74 |
The Hornets take down the Magic 86-74 in a solid team effort! A standout defensive showing was key, limiting Orlando's scoring opportunities. This victory keeps Charlotte in the playoff hunt as they continue to push for a strong finish. The Hornets showcased a fierce defense, holding the Magic to just 74 points, a crucial factor in their victory. Charlotte's balanced scoring attack proved effective, with multiple players stepping up to contribute offensively, making it tough for Orlando to find an answer. This win is vital for the Hornets as they remain in the playoff conversation, tightening their grip on a potential postseason spot.
The most recent baskets, with the running score beside each one. Basketball scores too often to list a game end to end, so this is the latest stretch of it rather than the whole.
Michael Ajayi makes two point shotScore72-60Hannes Steinbach makes free throw 1 for 2Score74-60Lester Quinones makes driving layupScore74-62Jase Richardson makes driving layupScore74-64Liam McNeeley makes 24-foot three point jumper (Michael Ajayi assists)Score77-64Jase Richardson makes 16-foot fade away jump shot (Noah Penda assists)Score77-66Tidjane Salaun makes 24-foot running jump shot (Liam McNeeley assists)Score80-66Noah Penda makes 27-foot three point jumper (Lester Quinones assists)Score80-69Hannes Steinbach makes dunk (Ryan Kalkbrenner assists)Score82-69Noah Penda makes 22-foot running jump shot (Lester Quinones assists)Score82-72Ryan Kalkbrenner makes dunk (Sion James assists)Score84-72Noah Penda makes 11-foot fade away jump shotScore84-74Liam McNeeley makes free throw 1 of 2Score85-74Liam McNeeley makes free throw 2 of 2Score86-74Each side's next fixtures, with the date and who travels.
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