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Hornets Surge: Playoff Dreams Ignite with Recent Wins

3/6/2026

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  • The Charlotte Hornets are positioned to influence the playoffs, sitting 2.5 games behind the sixth seed and likely to play in the Play-In.
  • They have won 16 of their last 19 games and hold a net rating since January 1.
  • LaMelo Ball, Brandon Miller, and rookie Kon Knueppel have contributed to this success.
  • The Hornets' depth and lack of pressure may let them surprise higher-seeded teams, signaling a potential turnaround.