The Orlando Magic secured the No. 8 seed in the playoffs by defeating the Charlotte Hornets 121-90, marking the largest margin of victory in a play-in game so far. Paolo Banchero led all scorers with 25 points, while Franz Wagner contributed 18 points, seven rebounds, and six assists. Magic coach Jamahl Mosley emphasized the urgency of the game, as the Hornets missed the playoffs for the tenth consecutive season. The Magic will face the Pistons next, having split their regular season matchup 2-2.
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Magic Earn No. 8 Seed, Will Face Pistons in First Round
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