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Hornets Triumph Over Magic Amid Curry Jersey Retirement

3/20/2026

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Summary

Story summary

On March 19, 2026, the Charlotte Hornets defeated the Orlando Magic 130-111.
Coby White led the Hornets with 27 points, while Brandon Miller added 25 points and eight assists.
The game featured the retirement of Dell Curry's No. 30 jersey, with his sons Steph and Seth in attendance.
Charlotte improved to 36-34, their best since 2021-22, and stay within playoff reach ahead of a key game vs. the Philadelphia 76ers.

History

Historical Context

On March 19, 2026, the Charlotte Hornets retired Dell Curry's No. 30 jersey, honoring his pivotal role in the franchise's early success during the 1990s. Curry, the team's all-time leading scorer with 9,839 points, helped the Hornets reach the playoffs multiple times. His sons, Steph and Seth, further emphasize the family's significant impact on basketball, with Steph winning four NBA championships by 2023.

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Story summary

On March 19, 2026, the Charlotte Hornets defeated the Orlando Magic 130-111.
Coby White led the Hornets with 27 points, while Brandon Miller added 25 points and eight assists.
The game featured the retirement of Dell Curry's No. 30 jersey, with his sons Steph and Seth in attendance.
Charlotte improved to 36-34, their best since 2021-22, and stay within playoff reach ahead of a key game vs. the Philadelphia 76ers.

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