Charlotte Hornets improve win total but miss playoffs in 2025-2026
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: May 30, 2026, 3:38 PM
Last updated May 30, 2026
The Charlotte Hornets achieved a notable increase in their performance during the 2025-2026 NBA season, winning 19 games in January and February alone. This improvement brought their overall win total to 25 more than the previous season, although they ultimately fell short of securing a playoff position, losing to the Orlando Magic. The Hornets' progress reflects a significant turnaround from the previous season but highlights ongoing challenges in competing for playoff contention. As the team looks ahead, the upcoming 2026 NBA Draft will be a crucial opportunity to further enhance their roster.
- •Hornets won 19 games in January and February of 2026.
- •Overall, they increased their win total by 25 games from last season.
- •Charlotte missed the playoffs after losing to the Orlando Magic.
- •The team will participate in the 2026 NBA Draft to strengthen their roster.
- •This season marks a notable turnaround for the Hornets' performance.
- 3:38 PMYahoo Sports — Charlotte Hornets 2026 NBA Draft Preview
"The Charlotte Hornets won as many games in January and February of this season (19) as they did all of last season. Overall, the Hornets increased their win total by 25 games from 2024-2025 to 2025-2026. The Hornets showed significant improvement this season but fell short of the playoffs after losing to the Orlando Magic […] The post Charlotte Hornets 2026 NBA Draft Preview appeared first on The Lead.
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