The Orlando Magic sputtered for a half against the 13-win Charlotte Hornets, then did what playoff contenders are supposed to do: dispose of weaker competition.

Behind Paolo Banchero’s 24 points, Orlando entered the NBA All-Star break with a win over Charlotte in its back pocket.

Tonight will be the last night you'll see the Charlotte Hornets in action before the NBA All-Star break. I know what you're thinking...it might be a good thing

Analyzing Wednesday’s Charlotte Hornets at Orlando Magic odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

Star stretch has benefited Orlando in the past. Last year, the Magic went 17-10 after the break to win 47 games. “”We have everything we want right in front of us,”

The Charlotte Hornets struggled to score in an ugly loss to the Orlando Magic, 102-86. The summary Charles Lee drew up a play for the new guy, and Jusuf Nurkic paid it off with a short shot in the lane to open the scoring.

Paolo Banchero collected 24 points, eight rebounds and six assists to lift the host Orlando Magic to a 102-86 victory over the Charlotte Hornets on Wednesday.

ORLANDO, FL - The Charlotte Hornets slide into the All-Star break on a three-game losing skid after falling to the Orlando Magic, 102-86 on Wednesday night. Considering they were without LaMelo Ball and a handful of others,

The Charlotte Hornets play against the Orlando Magic at Kia Center The Charlotte Hornets are spending $12,671,912 per win while the Orlando Magic are spending $5,835,713 per win Game Time: 7:00 PM