Hornets' Bridges takes responsibility after loss to Celtics

Charlotte forward says team must learn from mistakes in tough back-to-back defeat.

Mar. 30, 2026 at 4:00am

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After a tough loss to the Philadelphia 76ers the previous night, the Charlotte Hornets hosted the Boston Celtics on Sunday in the second game of a home back-to-back. Despite the quick turnaround, Hornets forward Miles Bridges took accountability for the team's performance and said they must learn from their mistakes in the defeat.

Why it matters

The Hornets are fighting to keep pace with their Southeast division rivals, the Orlando Magic, in the NBA playoff race. This loss to the Celtics was a missed opportunity to gain ground, and Bridges' willingness to own up to the team's shortcomings shows his leadership during a critical stretch of the season.

The details

The Hornets were unable to bounce back from their loss to the 76ers the previous night, falling to the Celtics 112-103. Bridges scored 18 points but acknowledged the team's defensive lapses and inability to execute down the stretch.

  • The Hornets lost to the Philadelphia 76ers on Saturday, March 29, 2026.
  • The Hornets hosted the Boston Celtics on Sunday, March 30, 2026.

The players

Miles Bridges

A 24-year-old forward for the Charlotte Hornets who is in his fourth NBA season.

Boston Celtics

An NBA team based in Boston, Massachusetts that is currently in playoff position in the Eastern Conference.

Charlotte Hornets

An NBA team based in Charlotte, North Carolina that is fighting for a playoff spot in the Eastern Conference.

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What they’re saying

“We've got to learn from our mistakes and get better. This was a tough back-to-back, but that's no excuse. We've got to be better defensively and execute down the stretch.”

— Miles Bridges, Hornets Forward

What’s next

The Hornets will look to bounce back on Tuesday when they host the Washington Wizards. A win would be crucial to keeping pace in the tight Eastern Conference playoff race.

The takeaway

Bridges' willingness to take accountability for the team's performance shows his leadership during a critical stretch of the season. The Hornets must learn from this tough back-to-back loss and improve their defense and execution if they want to secure a playoff spot.