High-powered Hornets drop another 130 points in win over Magic

Charlotte cruises to 130-111 victory behind big games from Coby White, Brandon Miller, and LaMelo Ball

Mar. 20, 2026 at 7:49am

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The Charlotte Hornets put on another offensive showcase, scoring 130 points in a blowout win over the Orlando Magic. Coby White led the way with 27 points off the bench, while Brandon Miller poured in 25 points and LaMelo Ball added 20. The Hornets shot the lights out, hitting 22 3-pointers and going 24-for-27 from the free-throw line. The Magic got 24 points from Desmond Bane and 20 from Paolo Banchero, but couldn't keep up with Charlotte's firepower.

Why it matters

The Hornets have now scored 130 points or more four times since late February, showcasing their high-powered offense. This win keeps Charlotte in the playoff hunt in the Eastern Conference, while the Magic have now lost three straight games after a seven-game winning streak.

The details

The Hornets raced out to a 72-53 halftime lead and never looked back, leading by as many as 35 points in the second half. In addition to the big games from White, Miller, and Ball, Kon Knueppel hit four 3-pointers and finished with 17 points. The Hornets dominated the glass, outrebounding the Magic 41-31, with Ball and Knueppel each grabbing 6 boards.

  • The Hornets defeated the Magic on Thursday, March 20, 2026.

The players

Coby White

A reserve guard for the Charlotte Hornets who scored 27 points off the bench in the win.

Brandon Miller

A forward for the Charlotte Hornets who scored 25 points and dished out 8 assists in the victory.

LaMelo Ball

The star point guard for the Charlotte Hornets who contributed 20 points and 6 rebounds in the blowout win.

Desmond Bane

A guard for the Orlando Magic who led his team with 24 points in the loss.

Paolo Banchero

The rookie forward for the Orlando Magic who scored 20 points in the defeat.

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What they’re saying

“We must keep this offensive momentum going if we want to make the playoffs. The guys are really clicking right now and it's fun to watch.”

— LaMelo Ball

What’s next

The Hornets will look to continue their hot streak when they host the Brooklyn Nets on Saturday, March 22nd. The Magic will try to snap their three-game skid when they visit the Miami Heat on Sunday, March 23rd.

The takeaway

The Hornets' high-powered offense has been unstoppable lately, as they've now scored 130 points or more four times in the past month. If they can keep up this level of play, they'll be a tough out in the Eastern Conference playoff race. Meanwhile, the Magic have hit a rough patch after a strong stretch, and will need to regroup to maintain their position in the standings.