Charlotte Hornets Playoffs 2027
Charlotte Hornets 2027 playoff page. The Hornets are 0-0, 2nd in the Southeast with a 0 point differential. If the season ended today they would be the No. 4 seed in the East (top six, magic number 83).
Next up: away at the Brooklyn Nets (0-0) on Wednesday, October 21, 2026 at 7:30 PM EDT. Their remaining opponents have a combined 0.000 record, including 16 games against teams currently in playoff position.
Hornets Playoff Outlook
Next game
at 
Brooklyn Nets (0-0)
What it takes
Magic number 83: any combination of Hornets wins and New York Knicks losses adding up to 83 clinches a berth.
Remaining schedule
23 games left · opponents’ record 0.000 · 16 vs current playoff teams
Southeast Standings
| # | Team | W-L | Div | Conf | Diff | Strk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Atlanta Hawks | 0-0 | 0-0 | 0-0 | 0 | – |
| 2 | Charlotte Hornets | 0-0 | 0-0 | 0-0 | 0 | – |
| 3 |  Miami Heat | 0-0 | 0-0 | 0-0 | 0 | – |
| 4 |  Orlando Magic | 0-0 | 0-0 | 0-0 | 0 | – |
| 5 |  Washington Wizards | 0-0 | 0-0 | 0-0 | 0 | – |
Projected Path to NBA Finals
- First Round: vs #5 Chicago Bulls (home)
- Semis: reseeded matchup
- Conf. Finals: East title game, higher seed hosts
- NBA Finals: Home arena of the team with the better record, Jun 3, 2027
Season Trend
Hornets Playoff Push: 2026-27 Recent Results and Upcoming Games
| # | Date | Opponent | Opp. record | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | at Nets #3 | 0-0 | ||
| 2 | vs Hawks #1 | 0-0 | ||
| 3 | vs Heat #9 | 0-0 | ||
| 4 | vs Wizards | 0-0 | ||
| 5 | at  Pistons #7 | 0-0 | ||
| 6 | at Wizards | 0-0 | ||
| 7 | vs  76ers | 0-0 | ||
| 8 | vs Pistons #7 | 0-0 | ||
| 9 | at Nets #3 | 0-0 | ||
| 10 | vs  Celtics #2 | 0-0 | ||
| 11 | vs  Cavaliers #6 | 0-0 | ||
| 12 | at  Suns | 0-0 | ||
| 13 | at  Clippers #5 | 0-0 | ||
| 14 | at  Lakers #6 | 0-0 | ||
| 15 | at Hawks #1 | 0-0 | ||
| 16 | vs  Grizzlies #7 | 0-0 | ||
| 17 | vs  Bulls #5 | 0-0 | ||
| 18 | vs Nets #3 | 0-0 | ||
| 19 | vs Wizards | 0-0 | ||
| 20 | at Celtics #2 | 0-0 | ||
| 21 | at Wizards | 0-0 | ||
| 22 | vs  Raptors | 0-0 | ||
| 23 | vs Clippers #5 | 0-0 |
This Charlotte Hornets playoffs page refreshes after every Hornets game: record, seed, magic number and remaining schedule. Compare them with the rest of the East playoff picture, or see their projected route on the bracket.
Charlotte Hornets playoffs FAQ
Are the Charlotte Hornets in the 2027 playoffs?
As of today, yes: they hold the No. 4 seed in the East, with a magic number of 83 to clinch.
What seed would the Hornets be?
No. 4 in the East (top six).
Who leads the Southeast?
Atlanta Hawks (0-0); the Hornets are 2nd.
When is the next Hornets game?
Wednesday, October 21, 2026 at 7:30 PM EDT, away at the Brooklyn Nets.
How hard is the Hornets remaining schedule?
23 games left against opponents with a combined 0.000 record; 16 against teams currently in playoff position.
How can the Hornets clinch a playoff spot?
Win the Southeast, or finish with one of the five best records among East non-division-winners. Current magic number: 83.
What is the Hornets record at home and on the road?
0-0 at home, 0-0 away; 0-0 in the division and 0-0 in the conference.