The Magic found the formula for making the playoffs. For them, it was called desperation

The Orlando Magic found their winning formula. Desperation works. Works wonders, actually. Facing elimination and clearly wanting no part of it, the Magic might have put together one of their best performances of the season Friday night.

Bianchi: After Magic dominate Hornets, bring on the Pistons!

The victory over the Hornets was more than just a win. It was a reminder of what the Magic can be and should be.

Hornets vs. Magic odds, prediction, time: 2026 NBA Play-In Tournament picks, April 17 bets by proven model

SportsLine's model reveals its Charlotte Hornets vs. Orlando Magic predictions and Friday NBA Play-In Tournament picks

Hornets vs. Magic Breakdown: 3 Ways Orlando Can Beat LaMelo Ball, Charlotte

Can the Orlando Magic stave off elimination? Explore 3 tactical keys for Orlando to neutralize LaMelo Ball, dominate the interior and secure a playoff spot.

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The Orlando Magic take on the Charlotte Hornets for a fifth time this season on Friday, April 17, with the eighth seed in the Eastern Conference on the line.

This is the Magic team everyone expected, and the Pistons are in for a first-round slugfest

The Magic slaughtered the Hornets on Friday and showed they are not your typical No. 8 seed in terms of talent

Tyrese Maxey scores 31 and Sixers beat Magic in play-in game, advance to series vs. Celtics

Tyrese Maxey scored 31 points, V.J. Edgecombe added 19 points and 11 rebounds, and the Philadelphia 76ers weathered the absence of Joel Embiid to beat the Orlando Magic