Orlando Magic vs. Charlotte Hornets: Game Preview
Magic Look to End Season on High Note
The Orlando Magic (22-60) will host the Charlotte Hornets (43-39) on Sunday afternoon in the final game of the 2022-23 regular season. The Magic have lost four straight games and are 6-14 in their last 20 games. The Hornets have won three of their last four games and are 12-8 in their last 20 games.Hornets Aim to Secure Playoff Spot
The Hornets are currently in ninth place in the Eastern Conference standings, one game ahead of the Atlanta Hawks and two games ahead of the Washington Wizards. The Hornets need to win their final game of the season and have the Hawks and Wizards lose their final games in order to secure a playoff spot. The Hornets are led by LaMelo Ball, who is averaging 20.1 points, 6.7 rebounds, and 7.6 assists per game. Terry Rozier is also a key player for the Hornets, averaging 19.3 points, 4.3 rebounds, and 4.5 assists per game. The Magic are led by Paolo Banchero, who is averaging 20.0 points, 6.9 rebounds, and 3.7 assists per game. Franz Wagner is also a key player for the Magic, averaging 15.5 points, 4.5 rebounds, and 3.6 assists per game. The Magic and Hornets have split their two meetings this season, with each team winning on their home court. The Magic won the first meeting 113-109 on November 12, 2022, while the Hornets won the second meeting 124-113 on March 8, 2023.The Magic will be looking to end the season on a high note and play spoiler to the Hornets' playoff hopes. The Hornets will be looking to secure a playoff spot with a win.
