: Following a nine-game winning streak in early 2026—the franchise's longest since 1998—the Hornets transformed from lottery locks into a legitimate threat.
The are currently defined by a historic "Buzz City" turnaround, finishing the 2025–26 regular season with a 44–38 record . After a dismal 4–14 start, the team orchestrated one of the greatest mid-season surges in NBA history, going 18–9 after the All-Star break to clinch their first winning season since 2021–22. Fri, Apr 17 Magic won! 2025–26 Season Highlights Charlotte Hornets
: Charlotte eliminated the Miami Heat in an overtime thriller during the first stage of the Play-In Tournament. However, their season ended with a 121–90 loss to the Orlando Magic , extending their playoff drought to 10 seasons. Key Personnel : Following a nine-game winning streak in early
: Since January 2026, Charlotte has posted an 11.1 Net Rating , the best in the NBA during that span. They also lead the league in putback efficiency (1.38 PPP) and offensive rebounds (12.4). Fri, Apr 17 Magic won
Grades for all 30 NBA teams after the 2025-26 regular season