With only one day remaining until the NBA Playoffs, there are still two No. 8 seeds to be decided in the last round of the play-in tournament.
The first matchup features the Orlando Magic against the Charlotte Hornets. This marks a significant moment for the Hornets, who are in playoff contention for the first time in a decade. They secured their spot by narrowly defeating the Miami Heat 127-126 in overtime, thanks to a last-minute layup by LaMelo Ball.
On the other hand, Orlando enters this crucial game after falling to the Philadelphia 76ers 109-97 in their earlier play-in attempt.
Hornets vs. Magic: What to Know
- What: NBA Play-In Tournament
- When: April 17th, 7:30 PM ET
- Where: Kia Center (Orlando, Florida)
- Streaming: Prime Video (Free Trial)
For the team that loses tonight, their playoff journey comes to an end. The winning team will progress into the main playoff bracket and will face the top-seeded Detroit Pistons on Sunday, April 19th.
Hornets vs. Magic Start Time:
Tonight’s game is set to start at 7:30 PM ET, with pregame coverage beginning on Prime Video at 7:00 PM.
How to Watch Hornets vs. Magic for Free:
The entire play-in tournament, including this matchup, streams exclusively on Prime Video, so an Amazon Prime subscription is necessary to watch.
If you haven’t subscribed to Prime Video before, you can take advantage of a 30-day free trial, giving you access to the streaming service along with other Prime benefits. After the trial, the subscription costs $14.99 per month or $139 annually.
Additionally, anyone aged 18 to 24, regardless of student status, can get a discount on a Young Adult Prime membership after age verification, which could mean up to 50% off the standard monthly price after a six-month free trial.
Key Dates for the NBA Playoffs:
- April 14th to 17th: NBA Play-In Tournament
- April 18th: NBA Playoffs first round begins
- June 3rd: NBA Finals Game 1
