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Coby White Struggles in Play-In Game Loss for Charlotte Hornets
The guard had his worst game since joining the Hornets, but has been a key contributor off the bench this season.
Apr. 18, 2026 at 9:56am
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A cubist interpretation of the high-stakes action and tension of a crucial NBA Play-In game.Goldsboro TodayCoby White, the Charlotte Hornets' point guard, struggled mightily in the team's 121-90 Play-In Game loss to the Orlando Magic on Friday. White finished the game with just 4 points on 1-of-5 shooting in 17 minutes of play, a far cry from his recent production since joining the Hornets, where he has averaged 15.3 points, 2.9 assists and 2.1 three-pointers per game in 23 contests.
Why it matters
White's poor performance in the crucial Play-In game raises questions about his role and fantasy appeal going forward, as the Hornets failed to advance to the playoffs. The team will need to evaluate how to best utilize White next season, as he has shown the ability to be a valuable scoring threat off the bench when others are struggling.
The details
Despite his struggles in the Play-In game, White has proven himself to be a key contributor for the Hornets since being traded to the team in February. In the 23 games he has played for Charlotte, he has averaged 15.3 points, 2.9 assists and 2.1 three-pointers per game. However, his poor showing in the team's season-ending loss was a stark contrast to his recent production.
- White finished Friday's 121-90 Play-In Game loss to Orlando with four points (1-5 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 2-2 FT) over 17 minutes.
- In the 23 games he has played for Charlotte, he has averaged 15.3 points, 2.9 assists and 2.1 three-pointers per game.
The players
Coby White
The 26-year-old point guard for the Charlotte Hornets, who was traded to the team in February 2026.
Orlando Magic
The NBA team that defeated the Charlotte Hornets in the Play-In game, ending their season.
What’s next
The Hornets will need to evaluate how to best utilize White going forward, as he has shown the ability to be a valuable scoring threat off the bench when others are struggling, but his role and fantasy appeal may be in question after his poor performance in the Play-In game.
The takeaway
Coby White's struggles in the Hornets' season-ending Play-In game loss to the Magic highlight the challenges the team faces in finding the right role and usage for the talented guard. While he has been a key contributor off the bench since joining the team, his inconsistent play raises questions about his long-term fit and fantasy value.
